Field Service Technician Trainee (PES)
full-time•Omaha
About this role
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A skilled position responsible for installation, set up, repair and ongoing maintenance of vending, cooling and/or fountain equipment at customer accounts. Diagnoses equipment problems, uses judgment to determine how to best repair or replace. Position works independently and has frequent customer contact.May require lifting, carrying, pulling and/or moving between 20 and 45 pounds repeatedly over workday Requires kneeling, squatting, crouching, crawling and bending when making repairs, often in low places. Position may require moving vending machines weighing 800-1200 pounds.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Repair and perform preventative maintenance on marketing equipment
- Unload and reload with products as necessary
- Educate customers on basic equipment repair and upkeep proceduresInstall equipment by making holes and route lines to connect products to dispensing unit, connecting water and gas supply and finding drains for units with ice. For box syrup, build racks and connect linesFill installed equipment and adjust to proper mixture
- Prioritize and schedule service and PM calls to meet customer service windows
- Drive to location, evaluate situation and perform necessary work (may include plumbing, electricity, refrigeration, carpentry)
- Collect accurate and complete equipment and customer information
- Remove old parts and replace with new parts
- Maintain parts inventory on service truck
- Establish positive relationship with contacts at service calls
- After each call, complete paperwork on job and call in paperwork every two hours
- Transport miscellaneous items (e.g., compressors for repair/scrap, cardboard for recycle, etc.)
- Regular, reliable, predictable attendance
Qualifications
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 18 years or older
- 21 years or older if CDL Required
- Valid U.S. CDL license with Non-Excepted Interstate Status (if applicable)
Note: In all California locations except Stockton, both non-excepted intrastate and non-excepted interstate status are accepted for this position. In Stockton, CA, only non-excepted interstate status is accepted.
- Pass DOT Physical and DOT Road-test (if required)
- Adhere to DOT Regulations
- Senior technician requires certification in refrigeration
- Must be able to pass refrigeration certification Type I/Type II practices (if applicable)
- Ability to communicate effectively in English if CDL required
HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:
- Working with mechanical systems (e.g., knowing mechanical concepts, troubleshooting and repairing appliances, performing basic household repair in plumbing, circuits, fuses, and electrical components, operating hand tools and power tools, etc.)
- Serving customers (e.g., resolving customer issues, ensuring appropriate communication with store managers, following up on customer requests, etc.)
- Working with basic refrigeration systems (e.g., understanding refrigeration cycle, Freon, compressors, evaporators, condensers, etc.)
- Working with electrical systems (e.g., understanding flow, wiring, outlets, etc.)
- Working with plumbing (e.g., working with drains, water supply, ice makers, shut-off valves, sweating copper, filtration systems, etc.)
- Generating and setting work schedules (e.g., determining priority of work, building work schedules, etc.)
- Equipment installation (e.g., HVAC, refrigeration, auto, copiers, fountain products, etc.)
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & View the PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Other facts
Tech stack
Mechanical Systems,Customer Service,Refrigeration Systems,Electrical Systems,Plumbing,Equipment Installation,Troubleshooting,Repair,Preventative Maintenance,Communication,Driving,Parts Inventory,Documentation,Problem Solving,Time Management,Safety Compliance
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to team members on the front lines, we’re excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place.
Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day.
A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet.
Join us. Dare for Better.
Team size: 10,001+ employees
Website: http://www.pepsico.com
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Industry: Food and Beverage Services
What you'll do
- The Field Service Technician Trainee is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of vending and cooling equipment at customer locations. This includes diagnosing equipment problems, performing preventative maintenance, and educating customers on equipment upkeep.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Field Service Technician Trainee (PES) do at PepsiCo?
As a Field Service Technician Trainee (PES) at PepsiCo, you will: the Field Service Technician Trainee is responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of vending and cooling equipment at customer locations. This includes diagnosing equipment problems, performing preventative maintenance, and educating customers on equipment upkeep..
Why join PepsiCo as a Field Service Technician Trainee (PES)?
PepsiCo is a leading Food and Beverage Services company.
Is the Field Service Technician Trainee (PES) position at PepsiCo remote?
The Field Service Technician Trainee (PES) position at PepsiCo is based in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Field Service Technician Trainee (PES) position at PepsiCo?
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