
Field Service Technician - Industrical Electrical Controls
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Job Description
What you will do:
As our Field Service Technician, you will test up to 480-volt control panels (systems) prior to shipment and assist with start-up and commissioning of new products in the field. You will troubleshoot, service, and repair installed industrial electrical control systems that help control and monitor one of the world's most valuable and limited resources - Water! You will interact with engineers, contractors, end-users, and other equipment suppliers. This position works in our Vacaville, CA location.
The job:
Every day, your primary role will be reading schematics, checking, testing, and troubleshooting electrical control panels and instrumentation that controls pressure levels and flows. You will repair, retrofit, and troubleshoot installed industrial electrical controls equipment and perform start-ups of new water and wastewater systems. You will provide exceptional customer service to external customers on the phone and in the field. You will travel 50% of the time, most are day trips with occasional overnight trips.
The skills you need:
To succeed in this role, you must be able to interpret and comprehend electrical schematics, as well as troubleshoot electrical equipment operating at 480 volts. You must possess exceptional customer service skills and be able to communicate efficiently with internal and external customers. You must have experience testing instrumentation that controls and monitors pressure, level, and flow. You must have 3-5 years of experience in Electrical Technology, Electrical Construction, Automation, or other related fields. Experience working with PLCs and SCADA is preferred and a certificate in Electrical Technologies would be a bonus.
Answering your questions:
When you are considering a new job, it is normal to have a ton of questions. Here are a few questions we are asked all the time.
- What is your Paid Time Off and holiday policy? Up to 120 hours of Paid Time Off in your first year and 8 paid holidays.
- What is the starting wage? The starting wage is $34+/hour and is based on experience.
- What benefits do you offer? We offer a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision programs you need to take care of your family, along with many more benefit options available.
- What is my commute? Plug this address into Google Maps: 859 Cotting Court, Suite G, Vacaville, CA 95688.
We will answer more of your questions during the first interview. Expect to hear about the next steps if you meet the job requirements.
A little bit about us:
SJE has been a leader in the water and wastewater industry since 1975. Founded by an entrepreneur in Detroit Lakes, MN, we now have over 800 employees across 15 locations worldwide and have customers in every continent except Antarctica. We are known for our innovation, high-quality products, and exceptional customer service.
Check out our full benefits package! We offer competitive wages, health insurance, opportunities for career advancement, extensive corporate training program, 401(k) plans and up to 23 paid days off during the first year. Learn more and apply on-line at www.sjeinc.com. EOE/Drug Testing