Company Overview: Fidus Global is a warehouse automation and controls and software engineering firm that focuses on providing open architecture solutions to enhance operational efficiency and flexibility for material handling systems. Our purpose is to assist our customers in solving problems via expert automation design all the way through execution and service.
Position Summary: As a Field Service Technician, you will use skills to support the maintenance team in repairing and maintaining material handling equipment and pneumatic systems throughout customers’ buildings. You will install, maintain and repair conveyance and distribution equipment and other warehouse parts-moving equipment, and diagnose and troubleshoot such machinery and equipment.
What You Will Do:
- Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on conveyors and other parts-moving equipment at customer sites to ensure they are operating efficiently and safely.
- Assist with troubleshooting electrical and mechanical problems related to all material handling equipment which includes belts, motors, photo-eyes, relays, and more.
- Implement effective solutions to minimize downtime promptly.
- Respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests, including evenings and weekends, to address critical issues such as equipment breakdowns or facility safety concerns.
- Track and store department inventory.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment repairs, and parts inventory.
- Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and company policies and participate in safety training and initiatives.
- Identify and order necessary replacement parts and materials to maintain efficient inventory levels.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings in maintenance activities.
- Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures.
- Maintain positive working relationships with all teams.
- Perform other related duties, as assigned by manager.
Who You Are:
- You are proficient with industrial hand tools and equipment.
- You have solid electrical knowledge, including troubleshooting and repair.
- You have solid understanding of pneumatic systems, including their operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting in a warehouse environment.
- You are knowledgeable about general upkeep of conveyors and other warehouse parts-moving equipment.
What You Will Bring:
- Expert level mechanical and technical aptitude.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- High school diploma or equivalent, vocational, or technical training in maintenance or a related field is preferred.
Physical Requirements:
To be considered for this position, you must be able to do the following:
- Move up to 75 pounds of various shaped and sized loads.
- Be able to effectively use all hand tools and equipment required for the position for the duration of the shift. Some tools require repetitive motions.
- Climb up stairs and ladders of tall heights at times over 100 feet tall.
- Able to work in tight and confined spaces.
- Able to climb over crossovers while product is moving.
- Be prepared to work nights and weekends as needed..
- Stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 15 hours with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Climb up and down ladders over 100ft
- Be prepared to work nights and weekends as needed.
What we can offer you:
- Competitive pay
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 8 paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Life Insurance
- Short term and long-term disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Growth potential with a fast-growing company
Job Location: This job is remote but requires up to 85% project travel.
Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilizing external 3rd party recruitment agencies for this search. Should those needs change, we will seek your assistance directly.
Fidus Global LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include background screening, reference checks, employment verifications, and / or skills assessments.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 2% match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your personal email address?
- Will you now, or in the future, need immigration sponsorship in order to work in the U.S.?
- How many years of experience do you have working with conveyors?
- How many years of experience do you have in the Material Handling industry?
- This job is remote but requires up to 85% project travel. Are you comfortable with this?
Work Location: On the road
