Technical Support Representative - Power Systems Relaying

Technical Support Representative - Power Systems Relaying

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Phoenix, AZ

$29.75 - $43/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 137 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

The devices we make at SEL are embedded in the power grid. They prevent blackouts. They make outages safer and shorter in duration; they add cybersecurity, automation, and communication. They use cutting-edge technologies and operate at speeds that push other pieces of the grid to go faster. As a Technical Support Representative in Sales & Customer Service, you'll provide world class customer service directly to our customers by providing technical support, engaging in customer trainings, and providing solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.


As a Technical Support Representative, a typical day might include the following:

  • Diagnosing technical SEL product software and hardware issues

  • Guide customers through steps to resolve issues of basic complexity. Understand when to elevate issues to Application Engineers.

  • Provide excellent customer service using a wide variety of communication skills, especially phone and email communications.

  • Log calls, problems addressed, and resolutions achieved in customer relationship management tool.

  • Develop basic level understanding of SEL products, instruction manuals, and SEL software.

  • Participate in direct customer training through customer visits, trainings, and annual interactive seminars.


This job might be for you if:

  • You have an associate degree or equivalent experience.

  • You have basic knowledge of SEL products, SEL's website, and How-To instructions

  • You have excellent customer service commitment

  • You have a strong ability to listen to customers to understand the problem, solve issues, or route as necessary.

  • You have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

  • You can learn new skills and are a self-starter

  • You are technically curious and enjoy problem-solving

  • You can travel occasionally for training purpose

Why this role is exciting:

  • You'll get to learn about SEL products and services from field experts

  • You'll get to expand your knowledge regarding (but not limited to) electrical engineering, and power systems protection.

  • You'll get to collaborate with SEL Application Engineers, Technical Support Representatives, Customer Service Representatives, and Account Representatives across Sales and Customer Service.

  • You'll be in a constant state of learning, problem-solving, and sharing customer success.

Location
We are open to this position being located in one of the following locations:

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • Charlotte, NC
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • Boise, ID
  • Phoenix, AZ

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

  • We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.

  • We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

  • We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.

  • We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.

  • Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Salary Information

$29.75 - $43.00 per hour. We base our starting pay offer on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Communication with Applicants

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAMfilteror reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.


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Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Technical Support Representative?

A: To succeed as a Technical Support Representative, key technical skills include proficiency in software troubleshooting, operating system management, and hardware diagnostics, as well as knowledge of relevant industry-specific technologies. Essential soft skills include excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, patience and empathy when interacting with customers, and strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize and resolve multiple issues efficiently. By combining these technical and soft skills, Technical Support Representatives can provide effective solutions, build customer trust, and drive career growth through opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Q: What is the career path for a Technical Support Representative?

A: A Technical Support Representative typically starts as an entry-level role, providing customer assistance and troubleshooting for technical issues, and progresses to mid-level roles such as Senior Technical Support Specialist or Technical Support Team Lead, where they oversee teams and develop process improvements. As they gain experience, they can move into senior roles like Technical Support Manager or Escalation Engineer, focusing on complex issue resolution and strategic problem-solving. With further development, they may transition into related fields like Quality Assurance, Product Management, or even Sales Engineering, leveraging their technical expertise and customer-facing skills.



Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories job posting for a Technical Support Representative - Power Systems Relaying in Phoenix, AZ with a salary of $30 to $43 Hourly and benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, PTO, Life, and Retirement with a map of Phoenix location.