Hydrite · 23 hours ago
Field Technologist
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expHydrite Chemical is a family-driven and financially strong company seeking problem-solvers to join their team. The Field Technologist will execute and support field service equipment activities, including customer process understanding, equipment installation, and technical resource provision.
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Responsibilities
Uphold Hydrite Chemical’s Mission and Vision Statements through internal and customer centrism
Quote and specify project, preventative maintenance and service requests, assigned by the Field Process Manager. This work generally includes installation, commissioning, startup support or task outside the primary responsibilities of Field Service. NOTE: Post start up support is likely as confirmation a project is complete
Study industry trends and be engaged in understanding what our competition is focusing on, specific to practices, procedures and concepts
Be an acting OEM and Vendor liaison
Conduct industry appropriate training for our customers and Hydrite staff, yet not inclusive to systems, best practices or industry knowledge. A focus should be placed on layers of troubleshooting and repair
Participate in plant surveys to identify and quantify customer, prospect and Field Service needs
Manage own project list
Support effective communication in all Hydrite Chemical business units, particularly where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the Manufactured Solutions Group and those customers whom we support
Communicate effectively and efficiently with their acting Manager and corresponding Sales Team
Support and execute current and new customer chemical trials to achieve defined performance objectives
Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned
Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required. Review changes/additions with your supervisor. Must be RCRA compliant
Work with other staff members to maintain workload balances. Provides back-up support as necessary
Supports effective communication with all Hydrite departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team
Qualification
Required
Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English
Position requires extensive travel and frequent overnight stays
Driving or riding in an auto, or aircraft, from 3 to 6 hours at a time
Standing for extended periods of 3 to 4 hours
Frequent 12-to-16-hour workdays may be required because of travel and customer commitments
Frequent lifting of 25 to 50 pounds
Ability to climb ladders and stairs
Frequent turning, twisting, stooping, bending, and reaching
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in chemical or mechanical engineering is preferred
3-5 years related field experience
Skill or experience in the following areas are desired: Identifying and writing project scopes
Specifying equipment
Partnering on equipment implementation and installation
Starting up of field devices
Provide internal and customer training
Benefits
Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
$600 per Year Wellness Incentive
Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.
401k and profit sharing
Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Legal services insurance
Scholarship awards for children of employees
Summer picnic
Community giving events
Free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach
Company
Hydrite
At Hydrite we are family driven, financially strong, and looking for problem solvers to join our growing team.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jim Auerbach
Chief Financial Officer
Dan Sager, SPHR
Chief Human Resources Officer
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