Electrical Field Service Technician

Technical Assistance Engineer

Currently the position involves providing technical assistance and troubleshooting/repair of SEW-EURODRIVE electronic controllers and other electro-mechanical equipment which includes frequent travel to Customer sites.

Pay Range: $22.00 to $32.00 per hour

Compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Candidates with additional relevant degrees or certifications and extensive experience may be considered for the higher end of the salary range.

First Shift

Top eight skills and abilities being sought for this position:

• Associates Degree in Electronic Engineering/Technology or equivalent, plus 1-3 years' experience with industrial drives.
• Ability to read and understand parts lists, catalogs, price books, general factory instructions and SEW-EURODRIVE customer service procedures.
• Ability to understand nomenclature and number assignments of the SEW-EURODRIVE products.
• Ability to operate various test instruments, i.e. multimeter, oscilloscopes, strip chart recorders, etc.
• Must have experience with AC variable frequency controllers and servo motor controllers.
• Knowledge of various types of PLC's and ability to troubleshoot and modify programs.
• Experience with industrial fieldbus (DeviceNet, Profibus) preferred.
• Ability to read control wiring diagrams.

Top six actual tasks being sought for this position:

• Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting/repair of SEW-EURODRIVE electronic and electro/mechanical products at customer's site.
• Provide technical assistance over the phone.
• Inspect and effect repairs of SEW products.
• Catalog and maintain technical information relating to SEW-EURODRIVE products and applications.
• Frequently travel on Company business to any required destination domestically as well as overseas. Frequently stay overnight for extended periods of time, obtain lodging, and occasionally conduct business in the evenings, weekends, and holidays and outside of normal business hours.
• Perform other tasks as requested.

Although we have described above what we are generally looking for, we are very likely missing other attributes and skills that may make you a great fit! Please tell us about your other skills and abilities by applying and listing your additional attributes.

A 10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

SEW-EURODRIVE provides a generous benefits package to all full time employee. These benefits start on DAY ONE!

There is no monthly premium required for Employee's coverage:

Medical Insurance - Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Audio, and Prescription Drug coverage + $125 annual reimbursement for purchase of eligible vitamins & minerals

Life Insurance worth 2.5 times annual base pay. Includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Disability - Includes both Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care Made available annually during open enrollment

Timely Evaluations with potential for a pay increase

Paid Vacation - 2-weeks of vacation accrual per year to start, which increases after five years and ten years of service

Holiday Pay - Twelve (12) paid holidays per year

Retirement Benefits - Includes 401(k) with Profit Sharing Contribution and 200% Company Match on the first 3% that you defer to your 401K account

Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions - Unused time is paid out annually

Paid Parental Leave - To assist and support new parents with balancing work and family matters

Onsite Clinic Services - On location medical services by licensed providers at no cost to employees

Education Assistance Programs - Student Loan Repayment / Tuition Assistance options

Counseling Resources - Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online

Wellness Resources - Utilizing a comprehensive, interactive, and personalized wellness program with potential to earn points for awards / gift cards

Uniforms/Subsidies - Uniform subsidies and/or uniforms are provided for applicable roles, based on job requirements

Safety Shoes - A subsidy for the annual purchase of OSHA approved safety shoes, based on job requirements

Employee Assistance Programs - program to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances

Additional job requirements and responsibilities would be discussed during the interview process.