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GEA Group

Global provider of processing equipment

Field Service Technician - Homogenizers

Equipment Field ServiceUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeBurlington, ON, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Five to seven years of experience.
  • A professional or collegiate diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Heavy Duty Mechanics, Millwright studies, or a similar field.
  • Willingness and ability to travel across Canada, with at least 75% of the job involving travel.
  • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule.
  • A valid passport and eligibility to work in Canada and the United States when required.
  • Ability to travel internationally for training or other requirements.
  • Knowledge of homogenizer systems, or applicable skills and knowledge with similar mechanical equipment.
  • Bilingual ability in English and French is an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and/or perform installation and commissioning of new homogenizers sold to customers.
  • Provide technical and maintenance support for homogenizers.
  • Travel to customer sites to work on homogenizer systems in accordance with applicable GEA safe operating procedures and maintenance manuals.
  • Train customers and employees in equipment use, best operating practices, and general maintenance.
  • Assist third parties with project execution activities.
  • Participate in auditing and monitoring GEA equipment at customer sites.
  • Perform routine maintenance procedures, emergency service, and warranty work on GEA product lines.
  • Collect and classify data using measuring equipment applicable to the equipment.
  • Test systems and components using electrical, mechanical, digital, and pneumatic controls.
  • Maintain equipment repair and maintenance records in accordance with maintenance schedules, corporate governance, legal requirements, and customer requirements.
  • Provide feedback and recommendations to other departments for new product development and improvement of existing products.
  • Recommend improvements to tools, procedures, and devices used for service operations.
  • Build parts lists for internal and external customers.
  • Troubleshoot, install, and repair GEA equipment at customer sites.
  • Enter basic PLC parameters.
  • Perform service work and properly complete and submit related reports and documents.
  • Investigate problems, recommend repairs, and perform equipment upgrades.
  • Perform preventive maintenance services.
  • Work the hours necessary, including reasonable overtime as required, to satisfy customers and/or complete assigned tasks.
  • Follow up with customers and affiliates as required.
  • Research and provide customers with the appropriate parts, diagrams, and documents.
  • Complete additional tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge and experience in processes and electrical systems.
  • Experience with PLCs, programming, or control panels; Allen-Bradley PLC experience is a plus.

About the Company

GEA Group

Global provider of processing equipment

GEA Group provides systems and components for processing in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, offering end-to-end process solutions from engineering and installation to service. Its equipment forms integrated processing lines that transform raw materials into finished products, with customizable modules for drying, separation, heating/cooling, and sanitation. It differentiates itself through a long history, global scale, and a diversified portfolio built via strategic acquisitions, enabling complete, one-stop project delivery. Its goal is to advance technologies and expand its impact by delivering reliable, efficient processing solutions that support sustainability.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Düsseldorf, Germany
Founded
1881

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