Air Compressor Service Technician

BLAKE & PENDLETON INC•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Field Service Technician for our Jacksonville, FL region. The Service Technician performs field support activities, which involve start-up, preventive and corrective maintenance within the assigned territory. The selected candidate will possess the air compressor repair experience, knowledge and skills for effective utilization of related equipment and proven troubleshooting processes and procedures. Position reports to Service Manager. A Blake & Pendleton Service Technician provides maintenance/repair support for its customers. Blake & Pendleton customers operate in a varied type of industries, such as manufacturing, utility, forestry, mining, etc. Blake & Pendleton primarily supports Sullair compressed air equipment but also provides support for many other equipment designs.

Requirements

Must have 2 - 5 years electrical/mechanical industrial experience
Knowledge of customer equipment operations, able to read and interpret blueprints.
EPA certifications with Freon experience a plus.
Skilled in troubleshooting 120V control circuits.
Must be able to read and comprehend wiring diagrams.
Must be able to troubleshoot and repair single phase and 3Phase motor control circuits up to 480V, such as full voltage, reduced voltage and soft starters as well as 3 phase and single phase motor troubleshooting.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of threading, sweating, brazing and welding a plus.

Responsibilities

Must be able to correctly troubleshoot, repair all components and brands of air compressors
Must be able to properly use multimeters, amp meters, vibration and infrared meters.
Must be able to successfully perform the above while meeting the Company and Customer’s safety requirements.
Read and comprehend P&I drawings, ID/GA drawings and wiring diagrams.
Perform routine preventative maintenance such as oil changes, cleaning and setting controls.
Must be able to set up rigging equipment and safely remove and reinstall motors, compressors and associated components.
Must be able to safely use all hand tools and power tools such as drill motors, grinders, band saws, etc.
Must have understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic principles and components.
Knowledge of different types of piping such as types of copper, black, aluminum and galvanized.
Excellent driving record and able to drive service van or pickup truck is required.
Complete paperwork daily
Provide on call response during assigned week
Troubleshoot and repair various air compressor control components.
Must be able to perform motor alignments.
Must be able to bend and install control tubing such as 1/4" and 5/16" Stainless Steel tubing.