Field Service Technician Level 3 - Busch Vacuum Solutions

VESCO, a Busch Vacuum Solutions company, is a leading manufacturer of vacuum furnaces, vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling. 

VESCO has an immediate direct-hire opportunity open for a Field Service Technician 3 based out of East Windsor, Connecticut!   This position requires reporting to our service center and extensive travel within the service region.

The Field Service Technician 3 installs, inspects, troubleshoots, and maintains the company's vacuum pumps, vacuum furnaces, hot zones, heat exchangers and systems at end-user customer locations and will assist in providing training to other field service team members. 

We are looking for autonomous, detail-oriented people that are experienced in providing outstanding field service in dynamic environments.  Qualified individuals should apply NOW for an opportunity to find out why VESCO is an amazing place to work! 

Job Responsibilities

• Perform field service support, including installations and start-up, sustaining and preventive maintenance, and modifications, to vacuum pumps, systems, controls, PLCs, and drives
• Provide field support for electrical troubleshooting, in conjunction with systems and engineering teams
• Perform equipment health check: check base pressure, pumping speed, and test other vital components to ensure optimal performance
• Conduct advanced warranty evaluations and submit all warranty-related service reports and documentation
• Fulfill field service safety requirements including safety training, safety certifications, and maintenance of safety equipment/tooling
• Relay customer information to the Service Manager and/or Technical Support Team; expediting critical issues as deemed necessary
• Accurate completion and submission of all necessary documentation and reports for assigned field activities, utilizing Busch and customer-approved programs and software within the timeline set forth by management
• Relay pricing information on parts, service support, or new equipment to customers when requested
• Develop mutually beneficial business relationships with end-user customers to maintain, grow and promote the company after sale parts, products, and service(s) business
• Be able to travel to customer site on short notice (as required)

Required Experience

• 8-10 years of experience with basic rotational mechanical equipment, pumps, compressors, and blowers, in an Industrial or Technical equipment field service-related position: Required
• Experience with PLCs and Variable Speed Drives: Preferred
• Mechanical aptitude: Required
• Electrical knowledge: Preferred
• Computer Skills: Basic knowledge and use of a laptop, basic applications, Microsoft applications such as Office and Excel: Preferred
• Certifications & Licenses: Must maintain a valid Driver's license that meets Busch insurance standards

Personal Qualifications

• Detail and safety oriented
• Outstanding customer service skills
• The ability to handle dynamic working environments and manage difficult situations
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills
• Ability to work well independently and with a team
• Outstanding critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to pass a 9-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
• Must pass respirator fit test (annual retesting required)
  • Must be willing to maintain facial hair to a minimum for respirator fitment
• Must be willing and able to utilize all required PPE
• Must maintain a valid Driver’s License that meets Busch insurance standards
• Physical Requirements
  • Constant reaching outward, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 10lbs
  • Frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 50lbs
  • Occasional climbing, squatting, kneeling, reaching above the shoulder, and lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 100lbs
  • All applicants must be able to hear and see audible and visual alarms and must be able to wear all required PPE, such as safety shoes, electrical hazards, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Benefits & Opportunities

VESCO, a Busch Vacuum company, offers an attractive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401K, PTO, and more! 

Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company.  VESCO values promoting from within!

Work Environment

• Moderately controlled manufacturing environment, moderate noise levels, fumes, and airborne particles, while working near moving mechanical parts.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.

Why work for VESCO?

As diverse and boundless as the world of vacuum is, so are the jobs and tasks at VESCO. From machinist to manager, from mechanical engineering to marketing, from Maulburg to Montreal. We welcome all talents, regardless of education, age, gender, or nationality; worldwide.

Benefits & Opportunities

VESCO, a Busch Vacuum company, offers an attractive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401K, PTO, and more! 

Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company.  VESCO values promoting from within!

Work Environment

·         Moderately controlled manufacturing environment, moderate noise levels, fumes, and airborne particles, while working near moving mechanical parts.

·         Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.

Why work for VESCO?

As diverse and boundless as the world of vacuum is, so are the jobs and tasks at VESCO. From machinist to manager, from mechanical engineering to marketing, from Maulburg to Montreal. We welcome all talents, regardless of education, age, gender, or nationality; worldwide.