Field Service Technician (Surface Drills) - Virginia, MN
Sandvik · On-site
Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions is looking for an
Field Service Technician (Surface) - Virginia, MN Area
If you have a strong mechanical or electrical background and strong diagnostic skills, Sandvik Mining & Rock Solutions welcomes you to consider this fantastic Field Service Technician opportunity!
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a leading global supplier of equipment and tools, service and technical solutions for the mining industry. The offering covers rock drilling, rock cutting, rock crushing, loading and hauling and materials handling.
Key performance areas
As the Field Service Technician, you will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical and or electrical aspects of underground mining equipment and components at high profile mining sites. The Field Service Technician is also responsible for new equipment commissioning and training at customer sites with minimal supervision. This role will largely cover the Minnesota market.
Additionally, the Field Service Technician will:
Inspect equipment for proper performance and determines faults and malfunctions
Adjust equipment and repair/replace defective parts components or systems according to scopes of work
Tests repaired equipment to ensure proper operational performance
Complete accurate time records, technical reports, failure reports, and parts lists
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Stay current with the industry, customer, product developments and technical best practices Customer Service
Build strong relationships with internal and external customers to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction
Stay current and in compliance with all Sandvik, Customer, State, and Federal regulatory safety policies.
Ensure customer satisfaction within the area of primary responsibility
The Field Service Technician will spend their time working in surface mining, so candidates must be comfortable with these conditions . As this role requires travel, you will be provided with a company vehicle. There are multiple sites assigned to this role, from 30 minutes away to 2 hours away. Typically you will be home for overnights unless called out of state for coverage.
This position is located in the Virginia, MN area
Your profile
You possess a technical certification or diploma in mechanical or electrical fields and a minimum of 3- 7 years industry related experience. Diesel and high voltage electrical experience would be an advantage. You are a team player with excellent communication and active listening skills and the ability to maintain strong customer relations with internal and external customers. You are flexible and self-motivated, with a drive to achieve customer satisfaction.
The Field Service Technician will also possess:
A safety champion capable of working alone and stopping work, if required
Excellent troubleshooting ability with strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Possess strong interpersonal skills with a customer service based personality
Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems
Ability to read blueprints and interpret equipment schematics
Must conform to ISO Standards
Minimum Qualifications:
Technical certification or diploma in mechanical or electrical fields or equivalent years of professional field/technical experience and a minimum of 3-7 years industry related experience.
Must have mining equipment experience
Technical experience to include diesel and electrical experience.
Success in team environments, with excellent communication skills
Previous success in self-motivated roles
Previous success in customer satisfaction
Ability to read blueprints, and interpret equipment schematics
Must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly, lift, carry, bend, kneel, climb, and use safety equipment.
Preferred qualifications:
Active Listening skills
Success with both internal as well as external customers
Flexibility in the workplace
Location: Virginia, MN area - multiple sites
Travel Requirements: At least 50% of time, via truck or air
Compensation Range: $40.00 to $48.00/hour
Schedule: Typically 40 hours/week, but subject to overtime as needed.
Work authorization
Must have the legal right to work in the United States on an indefinite basis without employer sponsorship . (Please note: temporary work authorizations, including OPT, do not meet this requirement.)
This position will be posted a minimum of 5 days, or until filled.
Benefits:
Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package, including a competitive benefits package of health, dental, and disability insurance and an outstanding 401(k) retirement savings plan. We also provide opportunities for professional competence development, training, and career advancement.
How to apply
For immediate consideration, please apply online at www.home.sandvik/careers to the Field Service Technician – CO position, Job ID# R0096915 .
Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at hrsupport.us@sandvik.com. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.