Compressed Air Service Technician - Columbia, MO

John Henry Foster CompanyColumbia, MO
Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced service technician to join our 100% employee-owned company. The ideal candidate values quality, is committed to excellence and service, and can make an immediate impact for our customers. As a service technician, your role involves executing work orders for the service, repair, and installation of air compressors, air-dryers, and related electrical components, ensuring quality service is delivered on time and to customer specifications. You will also be responsible for maintaining organized, efficient, and quality-focused work, documenting and communicating needs, collaborating with team members and departments, and coordinating activities to ensure an excellent customer experience.

Requirements

  • Ability to work and travel around the Columbia, MO area.
  • Minimum of 3-years related experience.
  • Appropriate refrigeration certifications.
  • Skills necessary to troubleshoot and repair refrigerated air-dryers (including removal and reinstallation of Freon compressors).
  • Ability to interpret instructions (written/verbal) and work orders.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in work while meeting productivity standards.
  • Strong organization, communication (clear/concise/solution focused), and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain great working relationships with other team members.
  • Ability to problem-solve and work through challenges, be adaptable through fluid situations.
  • Basic computer skills for checking parts and diagnosing/repairing equipment.

Nice To Haves

  • Relevant associate degree (or equivalent experience) from a college or technical school preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment using various diagnostic tools.
  • Inform customers of problems and receive repair approval.
  • Disassemble and repair air compressors, dryers, and related components.
  • Read and understand electrical schematics and drawings.
  • Measure clearances, tolerances, and dimensions of parts.
  • Prepare repair quotes, indicating costs of parts and labor.
  • Layout and install new or specialized equipment on site.
  • Discuss proper installation and operation of new equipment with customers.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
  • Control, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with E.P.A. guidelines.
  • Cut, thread, and assemble steel pipe and fittings for air system fabrication.
  • Use welding equipment and cutting torches to fabricate metal.
  • Complete service call report documents.
  • Maintain adequate and accurate product inventory in service van.
  • Ensure routine van maintenance is performed on company vehicle.
  • Inform customers, manager, and salesperson on service calls performed.
  • Perform other ad hoc duties as needed.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA, and FSA plans.
  • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
  • 401(k) with company contribution/match.
  • Paid time off and paid holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
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