Field Service Tech II

  • Job Reference: 1504415162-2
  • Date Posted: 21 November 2024
  • Recruiter: Andritz
  • Location: Houston, Texas
  • Salary: On Application

Job Description

Position Summary

Performs mechanical repair, process startup and customer training of Andritz supplied equipment located at customer facilities. Provides customer operational and mechanical technical assistance to existing installations. Train new company service technicians. Responsible for in house assembly and repair of new or secondhand equipment and rebuilds of customer owned equipment when not performing field service activities.


Primary Responsibilities - Field Service

Confer with responsible technical personnel on proper implementation of field service activities.

Verification of proper installation of Andritz supplied equipment using safe lifting/rigging practices

Manage, as well as hands-on field service execution of repairs while ensuring a timely flow of information and coordination of work that includes creative thinking.

Perform as required, mechanical service, installation checkout and process startup.

Prepare daily and weekly field service reports along with supporting pictures/documents used for billing purposes. Also required for future reference in reviewing historical data specific to the equipment and jobsite conditions

Assist and advise spare parts recommendations to customers relative to technical matters and critical on-hand parts.

Assist in the promotion of spare parts and repair business.

Current OSHA training and wears appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required for each specific jobsite

Travel - required full time as scheduled

Candidate must speak Spanish

Candidate must have a valid passport

Candidate must be willing to spend multiple weeks working in Mexico when required for shutdowns. When not in Mexico, will be working in various industrial plant environments for those specific product lines.


Secondary Responsibilities - Machine Builder

Perform as required, in-house repair work or new equipment assembly

Assist in the maintenance of all rental / pilot units.

Assist as required with spare parts, equipment, and repair orders.

Assist as needed in test trials (setting up, assisting in running the tests, and cleanup)

Perform quality control procedures and inspection on subcontracted and vendor items.

This position description is not intended to be all inclusive, and employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.


This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.


Basic Skills

Good mechanical aptitude.

Mechanical and Process knowledge of different Andritz manufactured equipment.

Experience at reading basic engineering drawings.

Computer Skills: Microsoft (Windows, Word, Excel).

Problem solving abilities


Specialized Job Skills:

Must be able to use most hand tools and have well developed mechanical aptitude.

Capable of rigging and handle cranes, forklifts and other lifting equipment

Must have ability to use precision measuring instruments and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.

Basic experience in maintenance environment to include troubleshooting, defining failure and corrective action plans during machine down situations

Ability to Weld Carbon Steel/Stainless Steel a plus (Mig, Tig, Fluxcore)

Conduct Handheld Vibration analysis - past experience a plus

Electromechanical Technology degree or trade school a plus

PLC programming experience and knowledge (ie. AB, Siemens S7, Modicon Concept, GE Cimplicity, IFix, Wonderware) required for specific positions filled


Physical Demands:

The physical demands of this position require the ability to walk, sit or stand for long periods of time.

Must be physically able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds, and have the dexterity to bend and stoop for long periods of time.

Must be able to climb ladders and maintain balance on catwalks and platforms.

Make visual inspections with precise hand and finger movements, with reasoning and problem-solving ability.


Relationships:

Maintain a professional and courteous manner during the performance of all duties with both internal employees and customers

Promotes and furthers Andritz's goals through the development of good customer relationships and recognized professionalism while at site