Corporate Interpreter (Bilingual Japanese/English)

Job Description

Job Description

The Japanese/English Interpreter/Translator will provide consecutive/simultaneous interpretation for those occasions including but not limited to: written translation and verbal interpretation of both internal and external meetings, conferences, individual meetings, tele-conferences, ceremonies/events, business trips, visitation to and by the customers, vendors, suppliers, governmental authorities, industry associations, parent company and Daikin affiliates.  

Position Responsibilities may include:

• Provide accurate and comprehensive consecutive/simultaneous interpretation that allows listeners and speakers to gain maximum result from the communication.
• Perform written translation of any documents in word, excel, power point and PDF inclusive of e-mail communications.
• Render messages from one language to another accurately, without omissions and additions, and maintain message content, context, and style as much as possible.
• Maintain professional demeanor in presentation and communication style.
• Assist with creating and editing presentations and coordinating meetings.
• Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors.
• Operate with a high level of integrity and proper handling and protection of sensitive and confidential information.
• Know industry specific terminology, referencing glossaries and training materials.
• Know all relevant vocabulary and basic knowledge of HVAC industry, equipment and technologies. 
• Perform additional activities/projects as assigned.

Nature & Scope:

• Possesses a broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education
• Has no discretion to deviate from established procedures by performing structured work assignments
• Work is closely supervised
• Problems faced are not typically difficult nor complex
• Explains facts, policies and practices related to job area

Knowledge & Skills:

• Language proficiency in English and Japanese both verbal and written
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy of information
• Effective organizational and time management skills including ability to prioritize tasks along with sense of urgency
• Working knowledge of MS Office – Outlook, Word, Power Point, Excel and PDF
• Possess a positive attitude and good interpersonal skills to interact daily with internal and external employees as well as senior leaders and executive staff
• Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information
• Work well with others in a positive environment and understand the power of “we”
• Display a passion for customer satisfaction and is always ready to fuel our service engine
• Meet goals on time and consistently
• Possess knowledge of audio and visual equipment a plus, or ability to learn quickly 
• Adapt to change with a problem-solving approach to meet customer requirements
• Ability to be flexible to changes in business needs, schedules and environments
• Capable of taking charge of meetings with the upmost respect for the team

Experience:

• 2+ consecutive years of experience working as a full-time simultaneous interpreter or 3+ years’ experience as a freelance simultaneous interpreter of Japanese and English

Education/Certification:

• BS in Interpretation preferable

People Management: No

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations 

• Occasional domestic/international business trip, luncheon/dinner attendance may be requested. 

• Interpretation in the manufacturing facilities is required.

Reports To: Manager, Interpretation Services

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.