Service Technician - Veterinary

Job Summary The Service Technician Vet delivers post-sale services at customer sites, including setup, maintenance, and repair of products and services to ensure all function properly. This role performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on installed products, including troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving malfunctions. This role is also accountable to ensure customer satisfaction by advising customers on preventive maintenance and configurations that may favorably impact performance and providing user training on new products. Job Summary The Service Technician Vet delivers post-sale services at customer sites, including setup, maintenance, and repair of products and services to ensure all function properly. This role performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on installed products, including troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving malfunctions. This role is also accountable to ensure customer satisfaction by advising customers on preventive maintenance and configurations that may favorably impact performance and providing user training on new products. Essential Functions Independently respond to assigned customer service calls; diagnose problems and safely remove, modify, repair, and install all core veterinary equipment with minimal supervision Learn and follow manufacturer guidelines on the operation, repair, maintenance and installation of equipment Inspect pre-installed products for any defects or damages, as well as conducting final post-installation inspections for proper operation or additional damage; ensure all manufacturer, Federal, and State regulations are met Maintain strong and supportive customer relationships by providing technical support after initial installation of Equipment, PC software, and hardware and ensuring that service commitments are met within standard response time Verify specific manufacturer and Patterson guidelines, OSHA and other applicable laws and regulations are followed Maintain all required records including service orders, confirmations, inventory, expense reports, time sheet, and equipment related items timely and accurately Comply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned Additional Responsibilities Establish and maintain productive, mutually beneficial relationships with customers, vendors and colleagues Inventory Management: Determine parts, supplies or tools needed to complete service requests; manages vehicle inventory through regular restocking and regular inventory audits Personal/Vehicle Safety: Maintain a quality driving record; proper vehicle maintenance should be scheduled regularly to ensure we maintain a safe fleet on the road Ensures proper use and maintenance of all company provided assets, including but not limited to vehicle, phone, computer, parts, equipment, tools and uniforms Minimum Requirements High School Diploma or Equivalent 2 years of relevant work experience Mechanical/Carpentry/Plumbing/Heating/Electrical/Electronic related experience Preferred Requirements Trade school training in carpentry/plumbing/heating/electrical/electronic is highly desirable Previous experience servicing and installing x-ray equipment SAP experience Skills And Abilities Ability to thrive in an independent role with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills Strong verbal and written communication skills; listens attentively and asks questions when necessary. Ability to use general terminology to explain technical aspects of using technology to a non-technical audience Requires basic computer skills and ability to use smart phone/tabletc Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Teams is helpful Ability to respond to difficult situations and demanding people and delivers negative information in a way that enhances relationships Required Licenses And Certifications Drivers License Upon Hire Required Preferred Licenses And Certifications Certified, Licensed or Registered Veterinary Technician Preferred Physical and Cognitive Demands Ascend/Descend (stairs/ladder) Frequently Bend Frequently Communicate/Hearing Frequently Communicate/Talking Frequently Driving Vehicle Frequently Exerting Force - Pushing/Pulling 0-20 lbs Frequently Learn New Tasks or Concepts Frequently Maintain Focus Frequently Move/Traverse Frequently Operating Position - Specific Machinery Frequently Repetitive Motions Frequently Stationary Position (Seated) Frequently Transport - Lifting/Carrying 0-10 lbs Frequently Complete Tasks Independently Constantly Feeling/Grasping/Handling Constantly Hand/Eye Coordination Constantly Remember Processes & Procedures Constantly Vision Constantly Balancing Occasionally Complete Tasks in a Noisy Environment Occasionally Exerting Force - Pushing/Pulling 21-40 lbs Occasionally Exerting Force - Pushing/Pulling 41+ lbs Occasionally Make Timely Decisions in the Context of a Workflow Occasionally Reaching Occasionally Stationary Position (Standing) Occasionally Transport - Lifting/Carrying 11-20 lbs Occasionally Transport - Lifting/Carrying 21-30 lbs Occasionally Transport - Lifting/Carrying 31-50 lbs Occasionally Transport- Lifting/Carrying 50+ lbs Occasionally Complete Tasks with a Speed/Productivity Quota Rarely Position Self - Crawling/Crouching Rarely Position Self - Kneeling/Squatting Rarely Working Environment Noise Occasionally Hazards Occasionally Temperature Change Rarely Vibration Rarely Environmental Conditions Primary Traveling: This position requires traveling to customer locations and providing services and support to customers. Travel Requirements This position requires traveling to customer locations and providing services and support to customers. This position requires overnight travel. The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills. $27.79 - $36.12 #J-18808-Ljbffr Patterson Companies, Inc.