General Service Technician

Overview: JBT Diversified Food & Health is a prime solutions and equipment provider within the preservation industry segment. From preparation to preservation, conveying and packaging, our comprehensive range of technologies captures the freshness, taste, texture, appearance and nutritional value of fresh and processed fruit and vegetable products, and we have a fantastic opportunity for a General Service Technician to join our team!
If you love to travel and enjoy servicing and repairing equipment, then this is the job for you!

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  Remote position anywhere in the US

Responsibilities:

• Provide the highest level of service and customer satisfaction while safely conducting the installation, maintenance, service, and repair of JBT equipment.
• Perform Hazard Safety Assessment prior to each job
• Instruct and train customer operators and mechanics on safe operation and maintenance of equipment
• Adhere to JBT’s operating policies and Code of Ethics. This includes compliance of JBT’s confined space entry and rescue procedures.
• Perform each job as a Safety first lead.
• Perform service on equipment manufactured, sold and/or leased by JBT.
• Final inspection, installation and commissioning of new and/or rebuilt JBT equipment
• Answer inquiries concerning equipment and forward to the appropriate departments in JBT.
• Take inventory of repair parts on hand.
• Lead or assist in the coordination of large overhauls and field repairs.
• Document repairs and project reports for company wide distribution.
• Assist in conducting training schools on equipment.
• Lead or assist in the planning and supervision of sub-contract labor.
• Train new service personnel as required or directed
• Generate timely/accurate service call reports and report problem areas or needed improvement on all JBT equipment.
• Report potential sales activity from customer follow-ups or customer’s reason for not pursuing purchase
• 90% domestic and International travel
• Service technician positions may be assigned to reside in Canada, or in various regions of the United States

Qualifications:

• Strong mechanical background with 5 years of field experience and customer interaction.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills, control loop tuning and instrumentation calibration.
• PLC systems troubleshooting and programming preferred.
• Ability to communicate well and interface with customers.
• Knowledge to read and understand drawings, blueprints, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical assembly’s etc.
• 5 years minimum experience in machine assembly, light fabrication, welding, and machine tool operation.
• Knowledge of process control systems. (i.e. utility control and measurement, steam water and air).
• Food industry experience desired, aseptic systems and other sterilization equipment preferred.
• P.C. skills in Word, Excel, electronic mail and windows based programs.
• Technical/Trade School degree desired.
• Self-starter requiring a minimum amount of supervision and the ability to maintain a professional appearance and conduct both on and off the job.
• Valid drivers license must be maintained at all times.

BENEFITSJBT Corporation offers the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus frequent company-sponsored events and a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage and 401(k) plan.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesIf you have a disability or impairment that prevents you from completing the online application, please seek the assistance of your local employment services agency. JBT maintains active relationships with local employment services agencies, and they have pledged their support in assisting any applicant needing help in applying. To find information on agencies throughout the United States, please go to www.careeronestop.org
You may also call Susan Cotton at 844-286-4524 if your disability or impairment prevents you from applying online. NOTE: Do not use this number unless you need assistance because of a disability or impairment. The personnel attending this phone line will not be able to give you a status update regarding your application and will not be the individuals making a decision regarding your employment.