Field Service Technician - Homogenizers

GEA Group•Burlington, PE

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pure Flow Processing division combines all process engineering components and machinery from GEA for resource efficient production processes worldwide. These technologies are at the heart of industrial applications and ensure the efficient, safe processing of raw materials and products. Powerful automation, digital and service offerings support planning, operation and optimization. This extensive expertise in production, heating and refrigeration technology enables resource-oriented, energy-saving solutions and makes an important contribution to CO₂ reduction and a cleaner environment.

Requirements

5 to 7 years experience
Professional or Collegian Diploma (Mechanical Engineering Technology, Heavy Duty Mechanic, Millwright or similar)
Travel Requirement at least 75% of the job requires travel across Canada as and when required
The Candidate must be able to accommodate a flexible working schedule
Must have Valid passport and be eligible to work in CA and USA when required
International travel is also a possibility for training and other requirements candidate must be able to travel internationally as well
Knowledge of Homogenizer systems required/ and advantageous or candidate must demonstrate skills and knowledge applied in other mechanically Relatable Equipment
Process and electrical knowledge and experience is advantageous
PLC (Allen Bradley is a plus) / Programming / Control Panel experience is considered advantageous
Bilingual (English and French) is an asset

Responsibilities

Coordinate and/or perform Installation and Commissioning of new Homogenizers sold to customers
Provide technical and maintenance support Homogenizers
Travel to Customer Sites to work on Homogenizer systems as per the applicable GEA Safe operating procedures and maintenance manuals.
Train customers and employees on the equipment for best operating practices and general maintenance.
Assist the third party with Project Execution activities.
Participate in auditing and monitoring activities of GEA equipment on customers ‘sites.
Perform routine maintenance procedures, emergency service as well as warranty work on GEA’s product lines.
Collect and classify data using various measuring equipment applicable to the equipment.
Test systems and components using electrical, mechanical, digital, and pneumatic controls.
Maintain records of repairs and maintenance of equipment as per maintenance schedules, corporate governance, legal requirements, and customer requirements.
Provide feedback and recommendations to other departments in the development of new products and the improvement of existing products.
Initiate recommendations for improved tools, procedures, and devices for service operations.
Build parts lists for Customers, internal and external.
Troubleshoot, install and repair GEA equipment at customer site.
Basic PLC parameter entry.
Perform service and properly fill out and submit reports and related documents.
Investigate problems, make repair recommendations and perform equipment upgrades.
Perform preventative maintenance services.
Work the necessary hours, including reasonable overtime as required, to satisfy the customer and/or complete the task.
Follow up with customers and affiliates as required.
Perform the required research needed to provide the customers with the correct parts, diagrams, documents, etc.
Contributes to team effort by completing all tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.