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Field Service Representative

Schneider Electric · Columbia, SC · 2 wk ago
RemoteRemoteOTHRFull-time

About the role

Schneider Electric’s Field Service Representatives collaborate with customers, team members, and third-party partners to perform assembly, startup, diagnostic, repair, and preventive maintenance on both Company and third-party manufactured equipment in dynamic environments. This site-based position focuses on servicing equipment supporting power distribution and critical power infrastructure, with occasional nonstandard hours and a 40-hour guarantee (+Overtime). Most work occurs at customer sites.

Schneider Electric provides direct product training, service vehicles, tools, uniforms, mobile devices, and laptops for daily professional use.

Responsibilities

  • Pre-site, startup, repair, preventive maintenance, and field modification of equipment
  • Problem-solving with customers, electricians, sales partners, technical support, and District Service teams
  • Completion of field service reports, expense reports, preventive maintenance, and startup data sheets
  • Collaboration with your Manager and/or Regional Service Director to resolve complex escalated issues
  • Continuous learning and training on various products both in the field and in the classroom
  • Travel throughout the region for local customer support or countrywide travel, including overnight travel by vehicle/air
  • Assist senior technicians and support Project Management on larger system start-ups
  • Work alongside larger teams of FSRs and collaborate with Project Managers on higher complexity projects
  • Act on behalf of the District Service Manager to resolve operational issues as required
  • Adhere to company safety procedures/policies, identify hazards, and report safety matters
  • Perform strenuous physical tasks, including bending, stooping, and lifting/carrying items up to 40 pounds
  • Work outside in environmental extremes (heat, cold, rain, dust) and remain in a standing position for extended periods, including in small confined spaces

Requirements

  • Associate’s degree, trade/vocational certification, Military training, or similar experience in electrical-related disciplines
  • Ability to read blueprints/schematics
  • Thorough understanding of principles of AC and DC power and various AC/DC supply circuit components
  • 2+ years of field service repair and customer service with UPS systems, power distribution and switchgear, seamless automatic transfer switches (ATS), power distribution units, electrical, electro-mechanical, or electronics-related equipment
  • 2+ years in Field Services or equivalent industry experience
  • Good safety practices and adherence to company safety procedures (e.g., lock out tag out, compliance with all safety programs, completion of safety-related trainings)
  • NFPA-70E or OSHA experience preferred
  • Safe driving and vehicle operations skills
  • Experience reading and interpreting schematics, drawings, and operation manuals
  • Ability to write service reports, correspondence, procedures, and effectively present information and respond to customer questions
  • English proficiency to communicate with customers and team members
  • Proficiency in basic computer skills and systems, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) and company digital tools

Benefits

  • 8 weeks of in-person training in Dallas, TX (all expenses paid) with continued online training and local mentorship
  • Flexible work arrangements and paid family leave
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company share ownership
  • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance with member reward points
  • Benefit Bucks
  • 12 holidays per year and 15 days of paid time off
  • Well-being programs
  • Military leave benefits
  • Volunteer leave and community support programs (Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives)
  • Global opportunities, performance discussions, and access to learning platforms (e.g., Coursera, Schneider Career Hub)
  • Inclusive workplace with recognition programs and employee voice initiatives

Pay

For this U.S.-based position, the expected pay range is USD 68,000 - USD 102,000 per year, including base pay and short-term incentives. Individual pay is determined by performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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