Field Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Travel required between 75-100%.
• Possess working knowledge of each collection site, how all plasma equipment operates, and how to maintain the equipment at all sites for which you are responsible.
• Must be knowledgeable of and able to follow all policies and procedures and regulatory requirements at collection sites.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, metal fabrication, and carpentry.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other industrial equipment such as welders, hand wrenches, power tools, and cutting torches.
• Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.
• Basic analytical ability to determine appropriate maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge and ability to implement all safety techniques in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ability to receive and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to interpret and work from oral and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with APC personnel, contractors, vendors, suppliers, and other business-related contracts.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and determine work assignments and work methods.
• Ability to remain calm and professional at all times.
• Ability to operate all necessary office equipment required to accomplish job duties, such as computers, telephones, fax machines, etc.
• Ability to work daily, weekends, holidays, and overtime as necessary.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's, Bachelor's, or Technical/Vocational degree in Industrial Technology, Maintenance, Engineering, or related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in industrial maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Travel to collection plants as assigned by management.
• Submit written reports after each visit and distribute them to APC leadership and collection site contacts.
• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment at collection sites, detailing the scope of work in visit reports.
• Ensure collection plants are producing quality plasma.
• Act as a point of contact, interacting positively with collection site employees to promote APC.
• Collect samples throughout the plasma collection system to ensure quality plasma production.
• Work in assigned areas when not traveling to collection sites.
• Be available on short notice to visit and troubleshoot at any collection site.
• Assist with the construction of new collection sites and installation of new equipment at existing sites.
• Troubleshoot and program PLC/PLC operated equipment, with a general understanding of programs and functions at company and collection sites.
• Maintain company vehicle appropriately (e.g., oil changes, tires, washing).
• Utilize computers and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with collection site management.
• Develop a good working relationship with contract carriers that transport plasma.
• Learn to perform duties such as welding stainless steel, working on pumps, operating reverse osmosis systems, and general knowledge of refrigeration systems, centrifuges, and PLC controllers.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Assist in other work-related areas as requested.