Field Service Technician - Southern California

Diversey•United States of America, CA

About The Position

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media. POSITION SUMMARY: The Field Service Technician (or Territory Account Specialist) is responsible for managing Diversey’s institutional business operations within an assigned territory. This role centers on the installation, maintenance, and repair of chemical dispensing systems and leased dish machines at customer sites, while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and service delivery. A core responsibility is to drive customer satisfaction by delivering on Diversey’s value proposition and consistently meeting or exceeding service level agreements (SLAs) across key solution areas—including laundry, kitchen, housekeeping, industrial water treatment, and pool services. The technician also plays a critical role in developing and maintaining strong, long-term customer relationships, serving as a trusted partner in helping customers achieve their operational goals. The position requires effective use of modern systems and tools for communication, reporting, and auditing, ensuring accurate documentation and transparency of all service activities. The ideal candidate is highly customer-focused, self-motivated, and capable of managing diverse tasks independently while meeting tight deadlines and contributing to overall business growth.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 1 year of field service experience, including maintenance of industrial equipment and mechanical troubleshooting.
Minimum of 1 year e xperience selling cleaning solutions or equipment to clients in the hospitality or food service industry.
Flexibility to support emergency business needs, which may occur during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Proficiency with basic computer applications, including email, Microsoft Office ( Excel, Word ) Microsoft SharePoint , Micr osoft PowerApps , and other mobile apps .
Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record and the ability to drive long distances as needed.
Physical requirements: Ability to lift and move objects up to 5 0 lbs and perform precision tasks in confined or limited spaces.
Skilled in the safe and effective use of hand and power tools.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, with proven plumbing and electrical troubleshooting skills.
Professional demeanor with a high level of self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
Strong attention to detail, time management, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
Ability to collaborate across functions and departments to support company objectives

Nice To Haves

Experience with Salesforce (FSL).
Understanding Food Safety requirements, NEHA/CPFS or Serve Safe certifications

Responsibilities

Deliver an exceptional customer experience by effectively supporting Diversey’s cleaning and sanitation programs.
Build and maintain strong relationships at all levels within the customer’s organization, including end users, supervisors, and managers.
Promote a culture of safety by strictly adhering to EHS policies, procedures, and best practices.
Install equipment in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Perform routine site visits to monitor program performance and customer satisfaction.
Ensure all customer equipment is maintained in proper working condition .
Provide training to customers on equipment operation, cleaning procedures, product usage, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Monitor on-site inventory levels to ensure minimum required supplies are available, support order placement and program compliance.
Act as the voice of the customer by identifying key areas of concern, addressing issues, and capturing satisfactory feedback.
Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues with equipment and system performance.
Maintain proper inventory levels in company vehicles and storage areas to support service needs.
Prioritize and perform repairs on leased dish machines and other equipment in accordance with service level agreements (SLAs).
Accurately complete service, installation, survey, and routine visit reports in Salesforce FSL and applicable customer reporting systems.
Carry out administrative tasks including daily timesheet submission, part/equipment order follow-up, documentation of consumption for cost allocation, and weekly visit planning in coordination with your manager.