Decanter Field Service Technician

Every day we get opportunities to make a positive impact on our colleagues partners customers and society. Together were pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas including energy food water and shipping.

As we push forward the innovative open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So as we shape a more resourceful less wasteful world we build our careers too.

About the job

The Field Service Technician is available 24/7 for on-call field service labor troubleshooting and service training at customer locations. Support covers mechanical electrical and electronic components with a strong focus on decanters to ensure reliable operation optimum performance and addition training opportunities are available for high-speed separators and heat exchangers to help customers enhance their operational knowledge and maintenance capabilities.

This includes performing preventive maintenance emergency and warranty repairs. Must be able to manage travel costs and operating expenses associated with field service visits.

This is a remote position located Chesapeake VA.

Responsibilities include:

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment on Separators Decanters and Heat exchangers.
• Install startup and shut down equipment in accordance with company and customer safety procedure in line with OSHA requirements.
• Perform trial test runs when work is completed to ensure performance rates and quality meet established specifications.
• Document services provided and parts used for invoicing purposes.
• Advise operators and customer line mechanics/ maintenance personnel of operating procedures for working safely around equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance service calls on customer equipment.
• Assist customer maintenance personnel with technical and procedural troubleshooting techniques.
• Assist and train customer maintenance and supervisory personnel on how to operate equipment and perform maintenance tasks.

What you know:

• Associates degree
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience general knowledge of the following: following:
• Separators o decanters.
• PLCs or processors.
• Mechanical electrical or technology.
• Teamwork.
• Communication skills.
• Problem solving.
• Customer focus.

Whats in it for you

At Alfa Laval we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job background skills and experience to get it right.

At Alfa Laval we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations for this particular role we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in USA or have an established presence in the area.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit or business need without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

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