Field Service Technician (Seasonal Opportunity) at L.B. Foster Company in Dublin, Ohio

Job Description:

Who We Are… 

We enjoy a market-leading reputation for high-quality, high-performance engineering solutions in Rail and Infrastructure.

Rail : We are a specialist, end-to-end supplier to the global rail sector. Our performance critical engineering solutions fulfil an essential role in maintaining the safe and reliable operation of rail networks around the world Solutions include: Rail Products, Friction Management and Rail Technologies. We focus on innovation, creating leading edge engineering and digital communication technology solutions for the rail, infrastructure, and the built environment. Solutions include: Control and Digital display, Contract services and Condition monitoring solutions

Infrastructure: We operate in the Infrastructure sector. We are experts at designing, manufacturing and deploying advanced technologies that positively impact the built environment. Solutions include: Precast concrete buildings and products, Bridge products, Pipe protective coatings and threading.

Job Summary:

The Field Service Technician will be responsible for assisting in the manufacture, install and perform repair service on all Salient Systems. Will build and test electronics and computer-based products while in a manufacturing environment for Salient. Will be responsible for providing field service support and/or any general labor that may be required for Salient System customers. This will be seasonal opportunity. 

Essential Functions:

1. Assemble and test complex electronic assemblies per documented assembly instructions (work instructions)


2. Assist with the install of WILDs on customer railroads (domestic & internationally)


3. Work with other team members to support installation, repair, and calibration of customer owned WILDs (this requires travel)


4. Follow all company ISO Quality processes and procedures


5. Report all travel expenses and supply timely expense reports


6. Support Operations & Engineering investigations as needed


7. Travel extensively on a weekly basis throughout North America and occasionally oversees; some weekend travel required


8. Overtime hours may be necessary as workloads dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays.


9. Other tasks as the individual may be directed to perform

Experience, Education & License Requirements:

• High School Diploma required; trade school, journeyman or certificate preferred


• 1-3 years prior mechanical, electrical/electronic experience preferred


• Strong communication (verbal and written) and time management skills


• Experience with Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) preferred


• US Passport or ability to be granted a US Passport


• Valid Driver’s License

Skills & Abilities:

 

• Ability to solder electronics


• Good visual acuity 


• Demonstrated ability to work in a team


• General knowledge of Electricity/Electronics


• Knowledge of Internet Protocol (IP) Communications.


• Ability to read and understand electronic spreadsheets


• Ability to work safely in a variety of work settings


• Safe use of hand tools (i.e., electric drill, hammers, saws, etc.)


• Serial communications using Hyperterm or other serial emulation programs e.g. Minicom or Zoc


• Electronic Static Discharge (ESD) safe practices

Competencies:

• Teamwork/facilitates collaboration


• Communication


• Customer focus


• Integrity & trust


• Continuous improvement


• Adaptability/flexibility


• Accountability/work ethic


• Attention to detail/time management


• Critical thinking

The Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits the first day of the month after hire


• Market-leading 401(k) program with company match


• 10 paid holidays per year and PTO accrual plan


• Paid Sick Leave


• Paid Parental Leave


• 100% tuition reimbursement


• Career development and advancement opportunities

In return, we offer an opportunity to build a solid career with competitive compensation and a very attractive benefits package, including health care coverage on the first of the month after hire and a market-leading 401(k) program.

If you meet the qualifications and would like to be considered for this position, please apply online at www.lbfosterjobs.com

EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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