Corporate Interpreter (Bilingual Japanese/English)

Daikin•Waller, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Japanese/English Interpreter/Translator will provide consecutive/simultaneous interpretation for occasions including written translation and verbal interpretation of internal and external meetings, conferences, individual meetings, tele-conferences, ceremonies/events, business trips, and visits to and from customers, vendors, suppliers, governmental authorities, industry associations, the parent company, and Daikin affiliates. The role requires accurate and comprehensive interpretation and translation, maintaining message content, context, and style. The interpreter will also assist with presentations, meeting coordination, conflict resolution related to communication, and handling confidential information. Knowledge of industry-specific terminology and the HVAC industry is necessary. Additional projects may be assigned.

Requirements

Language proficiency in English and Japanese both verbal and written
High level of attention to detail and accuracy of information
Effective organizational and time management skills including ability to prioritize tasks along with sense of urgency
Working knowledge of MS Office – Outlook, Word, Power Point, Excel and PDF
Possess a positive attitude and good interpersonal skills to interact daily with internal and external employees as well as senior leaders and executive staff
Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information
Work well with others in a positive environment and understand the power of “we”
Display a passion for customer satisfaction and is always ready to fuel our service engine
Meet goals on time and consistently
Adapt to change with a problem-solving approach to meet customer requirements
Ability to be flexible to changes in business needs, schedules and environments
Capable of taking charge of meetings with the upmost respect for the team
BS in Interpretation preferable
2+ consecutive years of experience working as a full-time simultaneous interpreter or 3+ years’ experience as a freelance simultaneous interpreter of Japanese and English
Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations
Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States.
Qualified applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Possess knowledge of audio and visual equipment a plus, or ability to learn quickly

Responsibilities

Provide accurate and comprehensive consecutive/simultaneous interpretation that allows listeners and speakers to gain maximum result from the communication.
Perform written translation of any documents in word, excel, power point and PDF inclusive of e-mail communications.
Render messages from one language to another accurately, without omissions and additions, and maintain message content, context, and style as much as possible.
Maintain professional demeanor in presentation and communication style.
Assist with creating and editing presentations and coordinating meetings.
Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors.
Operate with a high level of integrity and proper handling and protection of sensitive and confidential information.
Know industry specific terminology, referencing glossaries and training materials.
Know all relevant vocabulary and basic knowledge of HVAC industry, equipment and technologies.
Perform additional activities/projects as assigned.