Field Service Technician

For over 125 years, ASCO Power Technologies has been pioneering every major product innovation in power transfer technology.

Today, we are an industry leader in the manufacturing of automatic transfer switches, industrial control products and power control systems, and the world leader in emergency and standby power transfer solutions.

We are the Power Authority - committed to providing a full range of quality-driven products backed by 24-hour nationwide service support.

ASCO Power Technologies, an industry leader in the manufacturing of automatic transfer switches, industrial control products and power control systems, services, and solutions, an exciting career opportunity for a Service Technician reporting to the National Field Service Manager.

The candidate may be required to travel several times a year to other parts of Canada to support our PCS customers.

Main Responsibilities:


* Performs field service work in accordance with service agreements to conduct maintenance, modifications, start-up and validation of Load Transfer Switch and Power Control Systems.

- Provides troubleshooting, adjustment and repair services on all Load Transfer Switch and Power Control Systems products in the field.


* Prepares service reports which may contain design recommendations that may be forwarded to Product Engineering groups.


* Provides follow-up action, as required, with reference to Field Service trips.


* Conducts training sessions in the operation, maintenance, theory and design of ASCO equipment, as required.


* Performs field modifications to Load Transfer Units and/or Power Control Products or its intended operation.


* Responds to customer service and emergency calls


* Provides leads to Service Sales Department to maximize opportunities and assist in the extension of additional sales.

Qualifications & Experiences required:


* Post secondary education in Electrical Engineering, electrical technologist, Journeyman electrician or other related field


* Knowledge of 3 phase electrical power 600 volt - Knowledge of Building distribution and generators/breakers


* Use of oscilloscope; special test equipment, and standard laboratory instruments and meters.


* A strong knowledge in PLC, voltage regulators, generator speed controls, synchronizers, paralleling controls and communication is desired and would be an asset.


* Operate Company vehicle with supply and equipment - Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as PC skills in Microsoft Windows based software - Troubleshooting or creating Programmable Logic Control programs - Be self-motivated, calm under pressure - Successful candidate will be required to pass a full background check - Strong knowledge in reading electrical schematic drawings and programming PLC's

Other job requirements:


* Travel across Canada and to the US for training.


* This position requires individuals to work irregular hours 24 - 7 (weekdays.

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