Field Service Engineer- Midwestern United States

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

Responsibilities / Tasks

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day

• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore

• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster

• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset

• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits

• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance

• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

GEA Food Solutions North America Inc. is a worldwide leader in providing preparation, processing, and packaging total solutions for both the food and non-food industry sectors.  Our global organization offers the most extensive range of advanced solutions on the market today, from single machines to complete turnkey production lines including software-based productivity and line management solutions.

We are searching for a Field Service Technician to join our Midwest Team!

Responsibilities:

• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment

• Provides technical support to customers including troubleshooting and problem resolution

• Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of machines

• Provides training of customers’ operators and maintenance personnel

• Complies with OSHA Safety and Health rules

Your Profile / Qualifications

Requirements:

• Highschool Diploma or GED required, Bachelors or Technical Degree preferred

• 5 years of hands-on technical experience on electro-mechanical systems as applied to state-of-the-art industrial machinery

• Strong electrical aptitude, including motors, AC & servo drives, electrical circuitry, PLC, and PC based control systems

• Strong mechanical aptitude including power transmission systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics

• Experienced troubleshooter on electro-mechanical systems

• Excellent communications skills - must be proficient in English, have strong listening skills, and enjoy working with people

• Strong customer service orientation with a “do whatever it takes” attitude

• Able to multi-task and work under extreme pressure

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Self-motivated and highly organized. Must be able to work independently.

• Excellent computer literacy including, knowledge of MS Word and Excel

• Able to travel extensively (up to 90%) including, weekend trips and on short notice.

• Be able to read/understand blueprints, and mechanical drawings.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Good eye-hand coordination, ability to bend, to lift 50-75 lbs potentially up to 100 lbs with assistance.

• Ability to stand long periods of time through 10 hour workdays.

• Ability to evaluate and solve problems in a logical manner.

• Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Understanding and use of job safety precautions (OSHA knowledge) particularly regarding Lock Out Tag Out, Confined Space, Working at heights correctly, and with proper safety mechanisms in place.

• Ability to drive a motor vehicle

The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $36.46 - $44.62 per hour. GEA Group has different base