Job Title: Field Service Technician I

Requisition ID: 9824

Location:

Houston, TX, US, 77041

Home-based Position: No

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description:

EnerSys® is an industrial technology leader serving the global community with mission critical stored energy solutions that meet the growing demand for energy efficiency, reliability and sustainability. We are driven by a passion to provide people everywhere with accessible power to help them work and live better. Our people are our strength, an endless resource for innovation, insight and enthusiasm.

This position will report to our EnerSys Energy Systems business, which serves the telecom, cable broadband, industrial, renewable, and data center markets. Our portfolio combines our stored energy expertise with power systems, enclosures, and renewable energy products to deliver world-class solutions for diverse applications such as 5G, broadband, Internet of Things (IoT), data center, and solar power. Our cutting-edge technology includes Lithium batteries, Fault Managed Power Systems, and Extended Run Time battery backup systems that improve the reliability and resiliency of broadband networks.

EnerSys has over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. Some of our brands include PowerSafe, DataSafe, and Genesis batteries; Cordex power; and Outback Power renewable energy products. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

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Job Purpose

Provide technical and application support for EnerSys products and services, in the assigned area against profitable margins and in line with the business plan, in order to contribute to the realization of service- related sales and service targets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Follows all company policies and procedures as listed, but not limited to: warranty, safety, environmental, OSHA, DOT Hazmat, and ISO9000
Maintains a safe, orderly, and clean working environment
Is directly responsible for company assets, may include a service vehicle, parts inventory, tools, laptop and test equipment
Maintains truck log, if necessary, according to state and federal regulations
Works mainly in service center/shop, but could travel to customer sites if needed
Maintains telephone or radio contact with supervisor to receive pickup and delivery instructions
Maintains records of performance reports
Prepares new and spent product for shipment
Loads and unloads trucks. As needed, will operate material handling equipment per OSHA requirements
Replaces defective parts, reassembles batteries and fills cells with the acid solution
Reads meters and adjusts charge parameters to control time and flow of current through the battery
Ability to perform discharge tests evaluates results and makes necessary repairs
Ensure day to day complaint logs and plan for a site visit
Tracking service cells inward & outward and update on daily basis in the tracker
Frequent visit to customers to maintain good relations
Ensure calibration of tools as per the due date
On occasion, must be able and willing to work varying scheduleds which may include nights, weekends, and public holidays
Other duties may apply

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

2-4 years of previous customer service experience in field support
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and the Internet
Able to operate a cell phone
Basic mechanical aptitude
Previous experience working with hand and power tools
Able to read with comprehension and write documents (such as customer correspondences, memos, and reports) in English
Able to perform basic math such as add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

A basic electrical understanding
The use of test equipment and reading schematics
Technical degree in Engineering where/if applicable to the location

General Job Requirements

This position requires you to drive a company vehicle. Therefore, you must be able to pass the company’s driving requirements. Certain vehicles may also require a specific drivers license and have additional driving requirements.
Must be able to differentiate colors.
Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilos on a daily continuous basis. Anything heavier will be done with the assistance of a mechanical device or with the assistance of another employee.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time
Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.
Must be able and willing to be on-call.
Risk of electrical shock.
This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyones safety.
This position requires working in a plant/warehouse environment. Therefore, expect varying working conditions.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. EEO/Minority/Female/Vets/Disabled

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