ABOUT US

At Avail Switchgear Systems, we have been providing customized switchgear systems for over 65 years. At our three, US-based facilities, we deliver exceptional services in design, engineering, manufacturing, installation, and field service capabilities, with the proven ability to work with every breaker manufacturer. As an Avail Infrastructure Company, we’re small enough for your ideas to make an immediate impact and large enough to offer you opportunities to grow professionally at any stage of your career.

JOB SUMMARY

Are you a problem solver with a passion for hands-on work? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same? Look no further! We’re seeking a dedicated Field Service Technician to join our team at our Oshkosh facility.  You’ll be responsible for inspecting, testing, installing, troubleshooting, and repairing products both on-site at customer locations and within our facility.  Our dedicated team provides an enjoyable and supportive environment for your professional growth. 

Whether you’re a recent graduate or pursuing a degree, we encourage you to apply!  We offer flexible scheduling with both full and part-time opportunities.  In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, full-time team members with 6 months of service are eligible for our generous tuition reimbursement program, up to $7500 annually.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts variety of electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical tests on electronic systems, sub-assemblies, and parts to ensure unit functions according to specifications or to determine cause of unit failure by performing the following duties.

• To perform defined service tasks at direction of management at various off-site locations.

• Reads test schedule, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, wiring diagrams, and schematics to determine testing procedure and equipment to be used.

• Understand system and product documentation to be able to perform the specified functions at the customers’ site in accordance with established procedures.

• Preparing daily reports, reports of findings, analysis, and solution. Prepare travel/trip reports including time sheets and expense reports in a timely and efficient manner.

• Troubleshoot and utilize instrumentation, documentation, knowledge and or experience to identify issues and determine the corrective action to fix the equipment and or system.

• Tests functional performance of systems, sub-assemblies, and parts under specified test procedures.

• Connects unit to be tested to test equipment such as motor generator, multi meters, or current injector.

• Reads dials or digital displays that indicate electronic characteristics such as voltage, frequency, distortion, inductance, and capacitance.

• Compares results with specifications and records test data.

• Analyzes test results on defective units to determine cause of failure.

• Replaces defective wiring and components or records defects and returns unit to production department for repair.

• Confers with engineer technicians, production personnel, and others regarding testing procedures and results and to resolve problems.

• Test equipment setup to evaluate performance and operation of nonstandard or customer returned units, by servicing and repairing equipment.

• Assist with QMS procedures.

• Travel to customer site for startups, trouble shooting, or to train on switchgear and operations of equipment.

• Test structures, controls, or mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical systems, according to test plans in coordination with engineers.

  EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• HS diploma or GED required.

• 2 to 4 years of experience, preferably in Electro-Mechanical Field as a Field Service Technician.

• Strong reading, writing and communication skills.

• Good mathematical skills

• 50-75% overnight travel; occasional extended-stay travel.

• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.

• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management.

• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel skills

  Avail Infrastructure Solutions (including its subsidiaries) is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, marital status, military status, nor any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.  Avail will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.  

   

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