Service Technician Apprentice - Windows and Doors

1580 E. State St. near Suite 103, Eagle ID

Description

Summary: In your role as a Pella Service Technician Apprentice you learn from our team of skilled Service Technicians. Alongside them, you will put into practice what you learn which includes diagnosing, troubleshooting, adjusting, inspecting, repairing, and replacing parts on all Pella products while at customer locations. You’ll conducts proactive quality control reviews of service tickets, inspections of replacement parts, and assist with technical support for inside staff. You must have a customer service, quality, and safety-focused approach to servicing all Pella products…it’s the Pella Way! Principal DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but not limited to: Through problem solving and diagnosis, you’ll perform and complete service jobs on Pella products in the field. You’ll replace glass in windows or doors and install items such as window shades, blinds, muntins, screens, etc. You’ll be an advocate for your customers by providing them with helpful information on the care, operation and maintenance of their Pella products. Generate and update all service-related paperwork following a service visit so that additional service calls can be scheduled, if necessary, and billing or credit can be completed. Conducts any necessary follow up service work or communication to achieve resolution and a “Very Satisfied” Customer Service Rating from all Customers; Serves as a Customer Service Champion at all times. Performs job site walk-throughs and completes necessary paperwork, identifies items that need attention or correction prior to project finalization. Collects customer payment as required. Identifies and orders parts over the phone or via email through the CSR. Loads Service van with all necessary parts and equipment on a daily basis and maintains assigned service vehicle. Abides by company Mission Statement, striving to achieve corporate goal of 100% Customer satisfaction, while making it easy for customers to do business with the company and promoting market share growth. May be asked to assist in the training of new Field Service Technicians or team members in other departments. Performs any other necessary task assigned in support of company goals or assistance with customer issues. Completes service work orders and communicates any ongoing customer or product related issues with CSR’s. Meets company safety requirements by keeping work area neat and clean, following safety precautions and wearing required safety apparel (i.e. shoes, safety glasses, fall protection, etc.), and reporting any safety issues to the manager. Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license and be in compliance with company Fleet Safety Policy. Promotes and facilitates continuous improvement activities in the department. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications, physical demands and work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To be successful in this role, you must have a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent driving record, and available for periodic overtime.  Must have a valid driver’s license and be in compliance with the company Fleet Safety Policy. Education and/or Experience Must have High School Diploma, or GED, and dependable work history. Prior knowledge of general construction applications and terminology and/or window and door applications or components is required. Prior experience with power tools is required (i.e. table saw, circular or miter saw, pneumatic nail gun, power drill etc.). Computer Skills Familiarity with computers preferred. Expected to develop proficiency in Pella proprietary software (i.e. PQM, OSC, OMS, etc.) and/or company email systems (Outlook).   Communication Skills Excellent verbal and written English language skills are required as well as good customer service skills (in person and via the phone). Must be able to present information, gather information, and respond to questions from customers, managers, co-workers and the general public. Professional Skills Must be a team player and exhibit a strong desire to learn and promote self-growth. Must be pro-active, self-motivated, and have a demonstrated ability to follow assignments through to completion. Attention to detail is required.  Must be able to develop trust, respect, and confidence of customers, coworkers and managers. Must present in a clean and neat physical appearance. Must be able to problem solve and think creatively and positively when faced with obstacles. Mathematical Skills: Ability to subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform calculations using units of money, time, measurement, etc.  Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, length, width, height, and depth. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to handle or feel, especially with use of the phone and computer.  The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear especially in use of the telephone and meetings.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Repetitive body motions may be required.  Time commitment required of this position will vary with the seasons.  Work Environment: Work environment with this job includes company warehouse facilities, company service vehicle, and customer job sites or homes. The noise level of this job is typically moderate to loud. Temperature fluctuates with seasons. Condition of Employment: Pella Mountain West is committed to workforce diversity. Post-offer background check, MVR and drug screen required. Pella participates in E- Verify.