Service Technician
Job Location Independence, Ohio Additional Location(s) Strongsville, Ohio Job ID R104020Overview
As a service technician for Patterson Companies you will install, maintain and repair equipment for either our dental or animal health customers. In this role you can expect to:
- Solve new, exciting challenges every day – from troubleshooting and diagnosing issues to training office staff on newly installed equipment
- Work independently
- Expand your technical knowledge while building rewarding, long-lasting customer relationships
We’re looking for technical professionals who have a general mechanical aptitude, solid problem-resolution skills, and a strong desire to provide excellent service. If you aspire to work for an industry leader, apply today!
- Hours:Full Time
- Experience: Mid-level
- Travel: Occasional to Regular
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Success Profile
What makes a successful service technician at Patterson Companies? Check out the traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Customer-focused
- Mechanically minded
- Personable
- Reliable
- Technical aptitude
- Solution oriented
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Working at Patterson
“It is wonderful working with a team that is professional and customer experience oriented. Also, good management that truly cares about developing each employee to their best and beyond.” – Tom S., Dental Service Technician
“Being a Navy veteran, I find a very similar sense of comradery amongst other service technicians at Patterson. Everyone is eager to help, at any time.” – Mark L., Dental Service Technician
“Working for Patterson Veterinary has given me more passion to help people and animals.” – Juan G., Veterinary Service Technician
“My job at Animal Health International gives me the opportunity to work independently with the guide of competent and helpful supervisors.” – Clinton C., Animal Health International Service Technician
Responsibilities
Job Summary
Provides senior level of onsite repair, installation and maintenance on a variety of dental products. Acts as a lead or main technical field contact for other departments needing assistance. Serves as a technical contact for assistance with the training and ongoing technical support for other technicians, sales staff and administrative staff. Follows manufacturer guidelines relative to the repair of devices.
Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.
Inventory Management: Determines parts, supplies or tools needed to complete service requests. Uses, maintains and secures test devices and tools used to adjust, calibrate and repair equipment. Manages vehicle inventory and restocks as necessary. Returns defective modules, assemblies or parts to the local office and labels items
Vehicle Maintenance: Ensures proper vehicle maintenance guidelines and safe driving habits are followed
Install and/or Repair Dental Equipment: Repairs equipment to meet manufacturer’s specifications. Performs standard system installations and tests the functionality of all components. Determines replacement components necessary for onsite service repairs. Follows specific manufacturer, federal/state, BHR guidelines for repairs. Complies with all company, OSHA or other agencies’ policies related to asepsis. Completes all required service forms (work order entry, inventory, BRH forms, expense reports and/or purchase card statements, time sheet and equipment-related items). Independently makes assigned customer calls, diagnosing problems to a module or specific component level
Customer Relations: Provides technical support after initial installation of equipment, PC software and hardware. Ensures that service commitments are met within standard response times. Independently conducts site surveys at dental practices to determine the needs of the practice. Trains the office staff on proper operation and basic maintenance of the systems installed
Supervision: Needs to be the liaison between the equipment department and service department on installations. Assigns daily duties to team while keeping with the jobs timeline and reports any issues back to the inside team. Assists in training and mentoring other members of the team
Additional functions
In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions.
Independent worker: Needs little to no supervision to complete job-related tasks in the expected timeframe. Stays focused and completes tasks thoroughly
Mechanical Aptitude:Has the desire to repair, assemble and disconnect mechanical equipment. Stays current with technical knowledge and best practices
Customer Service:Supports customer needs through responding in a timely, professional manner. Open and receptive to customer problems. Treats customers in a fair and considerate manner
Communication: Understands and conveys written and oral information and ideas. Listens attentively and asks questions when necessary. Uses general terminology to explain technical aspects of using technology to a non-technical audience. Relays any special problems to TechEdge Coordinator following each call
Interpersonal Skills:Establishes and maintains productive, mutually beneficial relationships with customers, vendors and colleagues. Responds to difficult people and situations and deliver negative information in a way that preserves relationships
Problem Solving Skills:Analyzes a situation, identifies potential solutions, and carefully evaluates potential solutions and their outcomes and takes appropriate action when needed
Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record
9+ years experience in a dental/medical environment
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification or MCP
Experience with peripherals such as printers, backups, scanners and modems
Carpentry/plumbing/heating/electricity/electronics related experience
Computer skills in Windows-based programs
Ability to travel in vehicle for several hours in a day with occasional overnight stays
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree in a computer-related field or equivalent
Technical training in Bio-Med/electronics or related technical field
Experience in computer repair
Experience in category five cabling
Experience in TCP/IP networking
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Working Conditions
Physical Demands
Frequency Requirement
100% of shift Standing
100% of shift Walking
100% of shift Driving
100% of shift Lifting and carrying 1-10 pounds
100% of shift Lifting and carrying 11-25 pounds
40% of shift Lifting and carrying 26-50 pounds
60% of shift Lifting and carrying over 50 pounds
<5% of shift Climbing steps and/or ladders
40% of shift Bending and stooping
50% of shift Kneeling
25% of shift Reaching at shoulder level
25% of shift Reaching at waist level
50% of shift Crouching
50% of shift Crawling
Environmental Factors
This position requires traveling to customer locations and providing services and support to customers.
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