Service Technician

About the role

Fairbanks Scales Inc. is seeking a dedicated Scale Technician to join their dynamic team. The role involves installing, calibrating, and repairing various types of scales and weighing systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, service, and repair various types of scales and weighing systems.
• Document calibration and repair actions by completing inspection checklists and forms timely and accurately.
• Provide excellent service while interacting with customers and teammates.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a certificate or 2-year degree in a technical field is a plus.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• 1-2 years of experience in maintenance, mechanical, industrial, electrical, or a similar field is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and work well with others including teammates, sales managers, and customers to get the job done safely and accurately the first time.
• Clean driving record and ability to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL (non-excepted, interstate).
• Ability to work beyond the typical schedule of Monday through Friday for eight hours. Sometimes staying a little later to finish a job or occasionally being called for assistance on a weekend is required since our scales are critical for businesses to operate.
• Above all, a safety mindset. Meaning that we are looking for those who take safety personally regardless of whether at work, at home, or behind the wheel, and are not afraid to speak up to protect themselves, co-workers, or customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in maintenance, mechanical, industrial, electrical, or a similar field.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and work well with others.
• Clean driving record and ability to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL (non-excepted, interstate).
• Ability to work beyond the typical schedule of Monday through Friday for eight hours.
• Safety mindset.

Skills

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and work well with others.
• Clean driving record and ability to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL (non-excepted, interstate).
• Ability to work beyond the typical schedule of Monday through Friday for eight hours.
• Safety mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and 401(k) with a company match.
• Opportunities for professional training to grow and develop your skills for years to come.
• No day is the same. Our technicians work on different equipment and support businesses in every industry and environment.
• Being valued. Whether in manufacturing, defense, transportation, or agriculture, the work our technicians perform is critical for every customer's operation. It doesn't take long to establish great relationships with our customers.
• Self-motivation is required because the role of a trained Technician can be highly independent and flexible. Our technicians are spread throughout the country and are expected to be on time, complete their work safely and efficiently and move to the next job with little supervision.

Pay

Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and 401(k) with a company match.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the business and the technician, including the possibility of working beyond the typical schedule of Monday through Friday for eight hours.