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Job Summary

The Area Technical Specialist will serve as a key technical resource and liaison for HVAC Contractors, Distributors, and Manufacturer Representatives. Responsibilities include providing expert technical guidance via phone and email, resolving escalated system issues, technical training, and ensuring customer satisfaction utilizing case management. This role involves interpreting wiring schematics, troubleshooting Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems, and conducting critical software and hardware updates. The Area Technical Specialist will also coordinate jobsite visits, be directly responsible for regional success of assigned customer service champions and assist in the development of training materials. A strong ability to network and foster relationships with staff and partners is essential. Support for all residential and commercial products are required.

The Opportunity

• Develop regional service support strategies & actions through the LG Preferred Service Champion Program.
• Manage all aftermarket support activities within assigned region.
• Interface with building owners, general contractors, and service champions on technical matters.
• Provide direct technical guidance via phone, email, and case support for HVAC Contractors, Distributors, Manufacturer and Applied Reps to facilitate timely resolution of system issues and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Read, understand, and interpret wiring schematics and refrigerant circuit diagrams to convey information to customers.
• Coordinate with Technical Support, Escalation Lead, Engineering and Controls team members to provide direction and resolve escalated technical field issues.
• Arrange for and facilitate supervised technical assistance for HVAC Contractors, Distributors, Manufacturer and Applied Reps for unresolved technical issues.
• Interact directly with HVAC Contractors, Distributors, Manufacturer and Applied Reps for coordination of jobsite visits.
• Utilize and instruct HVAC Contractors, Distributors, Manufacturer and Applied Reps in proper utilization of LG proprietary software for the purpose of assessing equipment selection, application, and troubleshooting.
• Review and analyze application of Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Commercial & Residential & Light Commercial (RLC) Systems which includes load verification duties as needed.
• Perform critical software and hardware service updates to equipment in inventory or in the field as required.
• Schedule and conduct onsite service, training, and installation support of all LG HVAC equipment for LG Sales channel partners. 
• Research and provide accurate technical information for use in the development of technical training material.
• Generate and conduct technical training sessions in both classroom and jobsite settings.
• Conduct technical review and guidance for factory literature and distribution of technical service bulletins.
• Support aftermarket rework projects as needed.
• Network with regional sales staff fostering technical relationships within respective coverage regions. 
• Review extended warranty submissions within KPI target of (5) days ensuring equipment entered for extended warranty is optimally functional and operating correctly.  

Qualifications

• HVAC Vocational Diploma, Bachelor, or Associates Degree preferred.
• Minimum 15-20 years' experience in the HVAC field or in a technical support role.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience supporting LG VRF & RLC systems in a technical support role.
• Capable of managing regions and assigned service champions.
• Proven experience setting goals and executing service support strategies.
• Demonstrated proficiency in LG product line technical knowledge.
• Proficiency in documentation creation and dispersion.
• Able to travel up to 75%.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse client group.
• Ability to troubleshoot in depth service issues via phone and onsite.
• Expertise in reading, analyzing and interpreting technical business periodicals, professional journals and technical procedures with the ability to edit and modify.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Well-developed planning, organization, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient computer skills using all Microsoft Suite Programs.