Field Service Technician - Electrical Installation

About the role

Hamilton Storage is seeking a skilled technician to join our team. This position is responsible for preparing, assembling, installing, and troubleshooting various electrical and mechanical components for our automation systems. The ideal candidate will have a diverse portfolio of exciting design projects, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to sustainable design.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical documents, hardware, and systems for shipment.
• Perform a variety of mechanical, electromechanical, and electrical assembly while onsite during the installation phase.
• Perform on-site installation and termination of cable assemblies via schematics and drawings.
• Troubleshoot wiring and mechanical items.
• Aid in the integration of modules.
• Conduct initial power on inspections, testing, and checks.
• Test and validate functional performance of systems and subassemblies at ambient and -20°C.
• Demonstrate and communicate the work performed onsite such that the next team can start the commissioning phase.
• Point person for third parties while onsite.
• Provide corrections and repairs.
• Provide feedback to Hamilton HQ on recommendations for system reliability improvements.
• Utilize a variety of electronic and/or mechanical test equipment.
• Complete and submit paperwork & expenses in a timely manner.
• Interface with cross-functional work teams such as R&D, Customer Service, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Sales.
• Follow company's ISO and Health & Safety procedures.
• Manage and complete all work in accordance with the planned project schedule.
• Comfortable in confined spaces while still being aware of the environment.
• Comfortable working around live and wired systems.
• Comfortable working in cold environments, -20°C environment, -80°C components.
• Read schematics and assembly drawings.
• Understand systems as it relates to Mechanical, electrical, sensors, motors, power distribution, configurations, backups, etc.
• Excellent communication skills, which are appropriate for a customer facing role.
• Able to make decisions and act for customers based on knowledge and experience.
• 50%+ travel. Must be able to travel frequently and be flexible, subject to business requirements.
• Able to work under pressure without compromise.
• Able to work independently with limited direction as well as in a team.

Requirements

• Associates degree or equivalent professional experience-based knowledge or certification. A degree or working towards a degree is an advantage.
• Experience in automation or similar is essential.
• Experience working with customers in the life science/clinical/pharmaceutical field would be an advantage.

Qualifications

• Comfortable in confined spaces while still being aware of the environment.
• Comfortable working around live and wired systems.
• Comfortable working in cold environments, -20°C environment, -80°C components.
• Read schematics and assembly drawings.
• Understand systems as it relates to Mechanical, electrical, sensors, motors, power distribution, configurations, backups, etc.
• Excellent communication skills, which are appropriate for a customer facing role.
• Able to make decisions and act for customers based on knowledge and experience.

Skills

• Ability to read and understand schematics and assembly drawings.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, sensor, motor, power distribution, configuration, backup systems.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation.
• Excellent Benefit Package including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, disability insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement and much more.
• Drug-free workplace.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $35.00 to $45.00 per hour. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, specialized skills, and professional qualifications.

Schedule

The position requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age 40 and over, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, religious preference, or veteran status in all phases of the employment process.