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GEA Group

Global provider of processing equipment

Field Service Technician 3 - Compressor Technic

Equipment Field ServiceUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeDrummondville, QC, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
  • Ability to solve problems.
  • Advanced knowledge of screw and piston-type compressors and their packages.
  • Advanced working knowledge of industrial control panels.
  • Knowledge of ANSI/IIAR-6 2019 and ability to adhere to its standards.
  • Ability to travel up to 90% of the time and work according to a changing schedule.
  • Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, walk, and maneuver in small spaces for extended periods.
  • Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
  • Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computers, tools, and industrial machinery.
  • Ability to occasionally work extended hours, including weekends and holidays.
  • Ability to work in manufacturing areas that may be noisy, dusty, hot, cold, greasy, or wet.
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • ANSI/IIAR-6 certification is required, or the ability to obtain it within one year of hire.
  • A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret piping and instrumentation diagrams and electrical schematics.
  • Thorough knowledge of the refrigeration cycle and the major components of refrigeration systems.
  • Advanced working knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, and control schemes.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to customer requests and field dispatches.
  • Meet with customers on site to discuss the nature of service or repair work.
  • Provide advanced technical support and troubleshoot compressor packages, electrical and control systems, and refrigeration systems.
  • Retrofit industrial control panels from various manufacturers.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and repairs in accordance with ANSI/IIAR-6 2019.
  • Inspect machinery and equipment to confirm proper working order.
  • Recommend preventive measures to reduce failures and improve equipment reliability.
  • Discuss completed work and results with customers.
  • Submit timesheets, expense reports within 30 days, service tickets, startup reports, inspection reports, and other required paperwork within the specified timeframes.
  • Provide after-hours telephone troubleshooting support.
  • Train customers in safe and effective equipment operation.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Technical-school certification in refrigeration or a similar field.
  • RETA CIRO certification.
  • Universal EPA 608 certification.

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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