Field Service Technician

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Do you want to grow with us? At DXP we are passionate about what we do and driven to be the best solution for our industrial customers. Since 1908 DXP has been dedicated to the highest quality of customer service through our expertise of the products we distribute and the technical services we perform with a sense of individual pride and company spirit.

Throughout your career with DXP, we will encourage and empower you to take an active role in identifying and driving your development, so you feel total confidence in your ability to achieve ongoing success. We aspire to be the best solution for the Industrial customers' needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Metal Working, Supply Chain Services and Service Centers.

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Summary

The Field Service Technician will repair, fabricate, install and remove a variety of centrifugal, gear, diaphragm, and reciprocating pumps as well as other related rotating equipment, both in-shop and in the field; also, system troubleshooting, field alignment and equipment start-up, maintain company vehicles and shop equipment, accurately and professionally complete all field tickets and job reports.

Responsibilities of the Field Service Technician include, but are not limited to:

• Inspect, diagnose, and perform major and minor repair work on motors, pumps, hydraulic equipment, compressors, controls, valves, and related equipment.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, engines, and compressors.
• Operate a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric and air driven tools.
• Inspect, adjust, and replace necessary units and related parts in the performance of repair and maintenance work.
• Fabricate and modify parts and equipment, as necessary.
• Evaluate status of mechanical equipment and perform needed repair.
• Maintain records, prepare reports and other specialized maintenance records of equipment and mechanical equipment. Examine pumps for malfunctioning and locate damage or wear, such as blowout packing, misalignment of pump shaft, slippage of drive belt, worn bearings, or need for lubrication.
• Perform repairs, such as cleaning impellers, repacking stuffing boxes, tightening glands, and replacing bearings.

Qualifications of the Field Service Technician include, but are not limited to:

• 5+ years of mechanic experience.
• Experience working with pumps and other rotating equipment.
• Knowledge of welding and hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities.
• You must be able to carry out assigned projects to their completion; communicate effectively with and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors and the public.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a Commercial Driver's License.
• Acceptable driving record according to company guidelines.

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Additional Information

Physical Demand: The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 25 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs unassisted, and 75 lbs assisted. Requires the maintenance of physical conditioning necessary to operate motorized vehicles and equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to handle, feel and operate objects, tools or controls;

and reach with hands and arms. The employee is routinely required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, walk sit, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Working Conditions: Employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and or in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals.

Training/Certifications: Some specialized training or two years mechanic experience is recommended but not required.

Shift Time/Overtime: 7:00am to 4:00pm. Employee is subject to call back after hours, weekend assignment and to respond to emergency situations on a 24-hour basis, seven days a week in addition to normally scheduled hours.

Travel: Must have or be willing to obtain a Commercial Driver's License. Acceptable driving record according to company guidelines.

Education: High school or GED equivalent.

Location:

USA:

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Independence

DXP is always looking for individuals who want to join a team of employees who have the desire to achieve remarkable accomplishments together. The culture of the organization is supportive and goal oriented with high expectations, yet it is an environment where the team spirit inspires everyone to do their best. All DXP…