Field service technician (act) - raleigh/durham, nc

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers – and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it. The Field Service Technician will provide professional field service technical support on all Getinge Acute Care Therapies products in the assigned territory. This position is responsible for responding to emergency calls and scheduling preventive maintenance visits to meet service agreement obligations, while focusing on quality service and customer satisfaction. The position is also expected to help support the renewal of service contracts and assist with identifying new service contract opportunities to grow the service business in the territory. Excellent technical and communication skills are needed to positively interact with customers and company personnel. This position is required to independently manage work schedules and possess basic business acumen to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Job Functions: (Primary “essential” duties and responsibilities)

• Provide on-site and telephone technical service support for the installation, inspection, repair and preventative maintenance of products for customers within their territory.
• Maintain positive, professional communication with customers, regional team members and the Technical Support group.
• Document all activities in accordance with Service policies and procedures.
• Provide technical assistance to the Field Sales team.
• Maintain all service contracts in accordance with service policies and procedures. This includes, assisting with identifying potential service contract customers.
• Protect company assets and maintain loaner and test equipment, spare parts inventory, and other company equipment and supplies in good condition and working order.
• Make decisions based on policies and procedures, and discuss and refer unresolved customer service issues to the respective Service Regional Manager.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and comply with all safety and regulatory requirements.
• Build quality into all aspects of work.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Technically proficient in using schematics, systems diagrams and repair/replacement procedures to troubleshoot, repair and calibrate of assigned products in the territory.
• Effective mechanical and electro-mechanical skills such as in hydraulics, pneumatics, motors etc.
• Well-organized, able to carry out tasks with minimum supervision.
• Able to present service solutions that meet customer needs.
• Exhibit high level of critical thinking ability.
• Customer-oriented and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft skills in Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Must have a valid drivers’ license.
• The position requires travel of approximately 40% to 75%, including some overnight travel.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Associate of Science Degree in Electronics, Electro-Mechanical, Biomedical Engineering and/or technical discipline; or equivalent military training or experience with emphasis in electronics technology.
• 2+ years’ experience in a field service role in medical devices, technical repair or related technical field strongly preferred.

Pay Range: $34 - $43 per hour

About us 

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.