Service and Installation Project Manager

Position Summary:

This position travels throughout the U.S and Canada for field installations-can take on occasion, up to 21 days per month and assembles mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for industrial equipment installations and retrofits. This is a hands-on position that requires the ability to work effectively and independently while in communication and collaborating with clients, manufacturing and sales to ensure customer satisfaction.

General Responsibilities:

· Work closely with the sales and manufacturing departments to plan, schedule, supervise, and conduct installations and service calls, both remote and on-site.

· Tests, troubleshoots, and repairs PLC-controlled and relay logic-controlled machinery and equipment in-house or on-site.

· Ensure every job is executed safely and completed according to the latest workplace safety regulations, laws, and requirements.

· Work with our ERP system (Visual Manufacturing) to process and monitor installation work orders, purchasing, developing installation materials lists, shortages, and shipping.

· Build and modify installation work orders using the ERP system by adding material cards, operations, outsourcing, etc.

· Review material, quantities, and production resources for jobs to ensure accuracy.

· Work with the Engineering department to correct any discrepancies.

· Generate purchasing requisitions for material and/or consumables as needed.

· Gather schematics, installation assembly drawings, and written materials for reference on the job site.

Key Qualifications:

· This position requires a strong foundation in hydraulic and electrical systems.

· Ability to perform metal fabrication, welding, torching, grinding etc.

· Ability to operate with proficiency and safety, hand power tools and equipment.

· Ability to read blueprints and follow technical instructions

· Proficiency with forklift, crane, and rigging to set equipment safely

· Knowledge of mechanics and machine assembly and disassembly

· Diagnose problems and repair or replace machine parts

· High level of mechanical aptitude

· Extensive knowledge of machine functions and processes

· Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting skills

· Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

· Excellent analytical skills;

· Ability to work independently and in a team environment

· Maintain a clean and orderly work environment according to safety standards

· Familiarity with safety standards and PPE

· Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulics

· High school diploma or GED (required)

· Driver’s license (required). Must be able to pass MVR for insurance purposes.

· Must have U.S. work authorization and be able to pass a drug test and background check. 

Desired Qualifications:

· Visual Manufacturing software experience is highly desirable.

· Four years of millwright experience

· Basic engineering skills are very beneficial

· Apprenticeship or experience in industrial maintenance

· Ability to speak Spanish

Material and Equipment Directly Used:

· Steel-toed boots and safety equipment as assigned by the production manager.

· Forklifts, manlifts, and overhead cranes.

· Specialized tools, welder, torch, measuring, and cutting tools.

Working Environment:

· Works in warehouse/office/field environments.

· Lifts min. 75# moderately, 20-50# frequently.

· Twists, stoops, and bends frequently.

· Climbs 20 ft/ ladders moderately.

· Walks, stands, reaches, and works at shoulder level or overhead frequently.