Field Operator jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

Title: Field Service Technician/Manager-in-Training at Great Lakes Scale Co.

More information and apply at https://greatlakesscale.com/about/employment/

Thanks for considering a career at Great Lakes Scale Co., where our commitment to quality service and a timely response has been the cornerstone of our success. As a customer and technician-first business, we prioritize the care and service our customers deserve, and we're looking for a like-minded Field Service Technician to join our growing team.

What You'd Be Doing:

As a Field Service Technician moving into a management role, you will:

• Start under the guidance of a manager to grasp our operational flow before independently managing job sites.
• Ensure a safe work environment to prevent any injuries.
• Manage customer interactions, providing technical advice with a customer-first mindset.
• Travel regionally, with occasional overnight stays as needed (roughly one night a month)
• Perform technical measurement services, including preventative maintenance, calibration and adjustments, troubleshooting and repair.
• Educate and train customers on equipment as required.
• Maintain, clean, and properly use tools, safety equipment, and vehicles.
• Operate forklifts/cranes as needed, although not a requirement for most job sites.
• Collaborate with coworkers across all branches to enhance the services of Great Lakes Scale.
• Aim to take and pass the Handbook 44 tests in Michigan and Ohio, certifying legal for trade scales when necessary.
• Learn to manage our software systems to create and manage work orders for you and other technicians when applicable.
• After 6 months to a year be able to handle the ins and outs of the Fort Wayne branch to our standards, able to cover the scheduling and workflow. Ensuring all jobs get completed as needed.

Qualifications:

• Preferred to have 3 years of work experience in the technician industry, ideally in the scale industry.
• You hold at least a Class B CDL, with a valid driver's license and the ability to travel to job sites.
• You possess a high school diploma or GED, along with mechanical/electrical experience and a passion for hands-on work.
• You're self-driven, capable of working overtime, in all weather conditions, and can repetitively lift and carry weights up to 50lbs.

About Great Lakes Scale Co.: Founded on the principle of delivering quality service promptly, Great Lakes Scale Co. places immense value on the satisfaction and well-being of both our customers and technicians. We're not just a company; we're a community that thrives on mutual respect, innovation, and continuous improvement.

A Glimpse of What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay ($33-$38) with a clear path to management.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and 401k match.
• Company-provided uniforms, tools, cell phone, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• An eventual company vehicle for increased mobility and convenience.
• Early start times for a work-life balance that lets you start early and finish early.

Ready to elevate your career with Great Lakes Scale Co.? Apply today and join us in our journey towards excellence and growth. Together, let's scale new heights!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 - $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Compensation package:

• Commission pay
• Overtime pay

Payment frequency:

• Paid weekly

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person