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education specialist

Sonepar USA

education specialist

Nederland, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    • The primary purpose and objective for this position is to perform Inspections, Testing, Maintenance and Repairs (ITM) to Life Safety Equipment, for established customers, on a scheduled basis.

     

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  (Include the following.  Other duties may be assigned)

    • Conducting service calls.
    • Identifying equipment discrepancies.
    • Preparing accurate and timely Technician Worksheets (TWS) and reports.
    • Responsible for providing the testing and repair documentation and ensuring it is filled out accurately, completely and turned in for proper invoicing.
    • Responsible for ensuring the customer has all required copies of all required documentation upon servicing equipment.
    • Assist in shipping and receiving, unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders & distributing to sales associates for processing.
    • May include the use of company provided assets such as but not limited to: Company Vehicle, Inventory, Safety Equipment, Laptop, LSI Scanner, Test Equipment, Tools, Radio, Cell Phone, Fuel Card and/or Credit Card.
    • Providing customer service in the area of Inspecting, Testing, Maintenance and Repairs of  Life Safety Equipment. Including, but not limited to: Fire Extinguishers, Fire Hose, Gas Detection Monitors, Respiratory Equipment, Fall Protection Equipment and Safety Shower / Eyewash Units
    • Basic knowledge of regulatory standards pertaining to assigned duties; i.e., State, OSHA, and NFPA regulations, NFPA Guidelines and HNA SOP’s.
    • Exhibit safe work practices at all times.

    Associates are required to maintain proper care of all assets as defined by HNA policies.

     

    QUALIFICATIONS:

           EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

    • High School or GED
    • Minimum 4 Certifications (manufacturer /state) in a fire protection  related field
    • Minimum 3 - 5 years related experience
    • Mechanically inclined
    • Strong communication skills

     

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • Experience in the Inspection, Testing, Maintenance and Repair of Life Safety Equipment.
    • Ability to repair and service equipment sold by Hagemeyer North America.
    • Maintain minimum productivity of 90% within 60 days.
    • Advanced Industry segment knowledge.
    • Current Motor Vehicle License with good driving record.
    • Commercial Drivers License required if carrying loads of hazardous materials.
    • Proficient with hand tools.
    • Able to complete repairs and maintenance of equipment in a timely and accurate manner.
    • Able to provide assistance, advice and training to Hagemeyer North America associates and plant personnel.
    • Assist warehouse personnel with order fulfillment if needed.
    • Keep all certifications and licenses current and renewed by completing continuing education as required.
    • Ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process and quality instructions).

     

     

    WORK ENVIRONMENT (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.):

    • Working conditions will vary with service work being performed indoors and also out in the field.
    • Possibility of working in hazardous environments when working within a plant which would require safety precautions and appropriate equipment.
    • Ability to work in climatic weather (cold/heat) during day or night operations.
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
    • Occasional lifting of items weighting a maximum of 55 pounds.
    • Ability to climb stairwells up to 15 levels high.
    • Ability to ascend and descend ladders (step, extension, cage) up to 24’ high.
    • Able to walk at a normal pace for up to 15 continuous minutes.
    • Able to work from a standing position for 8-10 hours.
    • Bending, climbing and stooping as needed for access of equipment to repair and service.
    • Pass all test requirements to be approved to work off shore. (If Applicable)

     

     

    ABOUT VALLEN

    Vallen is an industry leader in delivering flexible supply chain solutions and services along with a comprehensive range of maintenance, repair, operating, production, safety and electrical products to meet the growing supply needs of customers in facilities across North America and around the world. Vallen is headquartered in Belmont, NC and is a subsidiary of Sonepar USA, part of the global Sonepar family.

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    WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

    401K Plan, Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and a definitive career path.

    EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETERAN

    Required Skills Required Experience

  • Qualifications
    • High School diploma or equivalent
    • Good written and oral communication skills
    • Computer knowledge
    • Must be able to work rotating shifts
    • Frequent strenuous/physical effort (lifting, moving heavy objects, etc.)
    • Be able to work in an environment with conditions involving noise, heat, etc.
    • Previous manufacturing experience preferred
    • Mechanical aptitude
    • Paper, laminating and extrusion experience a plus