SunSource
Field Service Technician - Virginia
Carotek, a SunSource company, provides process equipment solutions for the industrial, commercial and municipal markets in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia and Virginia. Carotek represents over 85 manufacturers as their process equipment distributor, representative, and repair center for pumps, blowers, heat exchangers, valves, instrumentation, IIoT, steam, hydronics and municipal products. www.carotek.com
In this position you are responsible for commissioning, calibrating, troubleshooting and repairing a variety of industrial process equipment at our customers' industrial, commercial, pharmaceutical and municipal sites. We are looking for an energetic, self‑driven, professional individual to join our established service team in the Central Virginia region. Instrumentation and process equipment familiarity is a must.
Responsibilities
Commissioning, calibrating, troubleshooting and repairing flow meters, pressure transmitters, level transmitters, temperature transmitters, chart recorders, controllers and valves to meet customer requirements.
Visually inspecting, testing and recommending changes to ensure installation meets manufacturers' standards for operation.
Observing processes, applying and developing tests and procedures to detect equipment malfunctioning and preparing reports with findings for the customer or sales representative.
Dismantling defective instrumentation and equipment and replacing parts per manufacturer procedures.
Assembling, repairing and/or replacing related instrumentation and associated equipment.
Directing installers on proper placement of equipment per drawings and manufacturer recommendations.
Advising customers of proper installation requirements.
Conferring with other Field Service Technicians, manufacturer representatives and customers to diagnose and resolve complex instrumentation and equipment requirements.
Training customer representatives on proper use, troubleshooting and maintenance of instrumentation and equipment and preparing related spare parts materials.
Competencies
Technical Capacity
Problem Solving / Analysis
Customer / Client Focus
Initiative
Requirements
Associate’s degree in a technical field (preferably Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Electronics Engineering Technology) or four plus years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient with programmable logic controls, input/output, pneumatics, hydraulics, sensors, AC/DC, instrumentation, etc.
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, networking, database management and Microsoft Windows components.
ISO 17025 Certification preferred but not required.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply them such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to convert standard measurement to metric, calculate measurements of gas, temperature, pressure, air or water flow, etc.
Work Environment and Physical Demands Will be regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and risk of electrical shock; frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat, cold and vibration. The noise level may be very loud. Regular use of hands to handle or manipulate parts, hand tools, impact wrenches, multimeter, voltmeter, etc. and to operate office equipment; may regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Full‑Time Position & Travel This is a full‑time position; hours of work vary but the days are typically Monday through Friday. You will travel from your residence to the customer location in a company truck and receive a daily stipend for food. This position regularly requires overtime hours and weekend work as job duties demand. Must be available for assignment on short notice. Travel is up to 75% of the time and primarily local during the business day, although occasional travel is expected, which may require overnight stays and weekends. Ability to transport self to various facility sites as required. Company vehicle and tools are provided. Must possess a valid state driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please click here for additional information.
SunSource #J-18808-Ljbffr
In this position you are responsible for commissioning, calibrating, troubleshooting and repairing a variety of industrial process equipment at our customers' industrial, commercial, pharmaceutical and municipal sites. We are looking for an energetic, self‑driven, professional individual to join our established service team in the Central Virginia region. Instrumentation and process equipment familiarity is a must.
Responsibilities
Commissioning, calibrating, troubleshooting and repairing flow meters, pressure transmitters, level transmitters, temperature transmitters, chart recorders, controllers and valves to meet customer requirements.
Visually inspecting, testing and recommending changes to ensure installation meets manufacturers' standards for operation.
Observing processes, applying and developing tests and procedures to detect equipment malfunctioning and preparing reports with findings for the customer or sales representative.
Dismantling defective instrumentation and equipment and replacing parts per manufacturer procedures.
Assembling, repairing and/or replacing related instrumentation and associated equipment.
Directing installers on proper placement of equipment per drawings and manufacturer recommendations.
Advising customers of proper installation requirements.
Conferring with other Field Service Technicians, manufacturer representatives and customers to diagnose and resolve complex instrumentation and equipment requirements.
Training customer representatives on proper use, troubleshooting and maintenance of instrumentation and equipment and preparing related spare parts materials.
Competencies
Technical Capacity
Problem Solving / Analysis
Customer / Client Focus
Initiative
Requirements
Associate’s degree in a technical field (preferably Instrumentation, Mechatronics, or Electronics Engineering Technology) or four plus years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient with programmable logic controls, input/output, pneumatics, hydraulics, sensors, AC/DC, instrumentation, etc.
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, networking, database management and Microsoft Windows components.
ISO 17025 Certification preferred but not required.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply them such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to convert standard measurement to metric, calculate measurements of gas, temperature, pressure, air or water flow, etc.
Work Environment and Physical Demands Will be regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and risk of electrical shock; frequently exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and extreme heat, cold and vibration. The noise level may be very loud. Regular use of hands to handle or manipulate parts, hand tools, impact wrenches, multimeter, voltmeter, etc. and to operate office equipment; may regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Full‑Time Position & Travel This is a full‑time position; hours of work vary but the days are typically Monday through Friday. You will travel from your residence to the customer location in a company truck and receive a daily stipend for food. This position regularly requires overtime hours and weekend work as job duties demand. Must be available for assignment on short notice. Travel is up to 75% of the time and primarily local during the business day, although occasional travel is expected, which may require overnight stays and weekends. Ability to transport self to various facility sites as required. Company vehicle and tools are provided. Must possess a valid state driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please click here for additional information.
SunSource #J-18808-Ljbffr