While this position is remote, candidates must live in Kansas City area
With safety as the top priority, the incumbent will be responsible for the VERIFI equipment suite including installation, maintenance and repair.
Candidate will perform troubleshooting services to aid customers in resolving issues and help them achieve maximum potential from our solutions. The technician will be the primary VERIFI representative at the concrete manufacturing plant. They will install and maintain Verifi concrete management systems installed on customer mixer trucks and admixture dispensing systems as needed.
The VERIFI Field Service Technician will be required to interface regularly with plant management, batch plant operators, concrete mixer truck drivers, and truck maintenance management and mechanics.
Based at home, the candidate will spend approximately 80% of their time as the only VERIFI employee at the customer sites, thereby requiring candidate to work independently.
Schedule flexibility is required. Field visits may be scheduled late at night and/or very early in the morning.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possess a broad array of knowledge including computer systems configuration, mechanical systems, pneumatic systems, 12/24 volt DC electrical systems, and hydraulic system principals.
Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly
Strong verbal and written communication skills with both colleagues and customers
Organized and detail oriented, particularly with regard to maintaining records
Hands on Electro-Mechanical aptitude
Experience with hand tools, power tools, meters, gauges
High School Diploma required
Able to lift 50 pounds
Able to wear a respirator and comply with GCP's facial hair policy for respirator users
Able to comply with DOT requirements for a Non CDL commercial motor vehicle driver medical certification exam; drug screen, background check (safety performance and driving record)
Flexible work hours, overnight travel
Ability to respond to short notice project work and emergency service calls
Associates degree
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in field service @type work
Working knowledge of the Ready Mix Concrete industry
Installation, Maintenance and Repair
The technical work pertaining to Verifi includes, but is not limited to review and analysis of system performance reports to determine problem areas and develop resolutions. Coordinate problem resolution with other employees as needed always serving as the local liaison and first line of contact to the customer.
The technical work will include installation, preventive and scheduled maintenance, calibration, and emergency and service repair.
The technical work pertaining to admixture dispensing equipment includes, but is not limited to installation, preventive and scheduled maintenance, calibration, and emergency and service repair.
Customer Relations
Assist Field Sales Representatives in the winning and maintenance of customer contracts through building and maintaining professional relationships with customers.
Must have sound judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to represent the company with customers in a professional manner.
Understand the impact of customer satisfaction to achieve corporate goals.
Planning & Scheduling of Dispenser Service work
The technician is self-dispatched. This requires an independent self- starter, self- directed person who possesses the ability to diagnose and determine requirements, plan and schedule daily, weekly and monthly events in accordance with the needs of the company and the customer.
In this role the candidate will interact directly with internal as well as external customers on a daily basis, and as such must possess competencies such organizational skills, planning skills, customer orientation and project management skills. The technician is responsible for managing their 'response time' consistent with customer expectations or agreement.
Must be on continuous call to respond to customer requests for assistance; diagnoses and solves technical problems, providing on-site assistance to customer locations for proper application of our equipment/products.
Equipment Service Administration
The service administration component requires a candidate to be proficient with computers in order to execute activities that include but are not limited to:
Equipment ordering, Warehouse part re-stocking, Expense reports, Service Management System compliance, Preventative Maintenance, calibration scheduling and compliance, Actively control expenses and demonstrate stewardship of company resources, Maintain real time participation CRM reporting systems, Track time, parts and incidental costs associated with each customer site and each customer truck.
Other Duties
Complete all safety training and on-line training modules; Observe all necessary safety procedures, both those of GCP/Verifi and those of host companies.
Develop a solid understanding of concrete and the concrete industry, most importantly the operations of a concrete plant.
Recommend modifications and product changes to improve reliability of equipment; work with the R&D team providing input to new system designs or researching/testing concept of operation of new parts and providing input to improve reliability and performance of the solution and its components.
Chryso and VERIFI, Saint-Gobain brands in our Construction Chemicals business, are leading global designer and manufacturer of high quality concrete admixture thanks to a strong commitment to research and innovation, coupled with adherence to the strictest manufacturing standards in the industry. Our admixtures are engineered to optimize the performance of our customers' specific concrete materials in a way that will maximize user satisfaction and economy.
https://www.verificoncrete.com/
We deliver significant added value and support to its clients, which includes assistance with client inventory control and prompt product deliveries.
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $63,000 to $66 ,000 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 8 % of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $68,040 to $71,280. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and
Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want
Commuter Benefits
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child and Elder Care
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Volunteer Day
