Southern States Cooperative · 3 months ago
Energy Service Tech-Luray
Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) is seeking an Energy Service Technician to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of propane, oil burning systems, HVAC units, and related equipment for their customers. The role involves ensuring compliance with government regulations while providing excellent service and support to customers.
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Responsibilities
Maintain regular communication with facility leadership regarding daily service dispatching for new installation, repair and maintenance of appliances, systems and related equipment
Safely install and repair propane, oil burning, diesel and/or gasoline systems, equipment, and appliances according to federal and state codes
Calibrate equipment to proper settings
Effectively utilize HVAC, mechanical, electrical, millwright, plumbing, and other specialized skills and the appropriate tools as determined by the job
Read and effectively interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints, manuals, engineering specifications, diagrams, meters, gauges, and control panels to perform installations and repair equipment
Gather and analyze information to diagnose malfunctions and troubleshoot systems
Represent SSC in a positive manner by providing reliable and prompt service to customers
Communicate in a professional and courteous manner
Provide usage instructions for all equipment and appliances serviced
Review account details, collect payments or provide invoices, and confirm future service with customers
Strive to grow and maintain SSC market share through excellent service and customer referrals
Discuss new equipment sales with current and prospective customers
Conduct site surveys and identify products and equipment to meet capacity needs
Assist customers in making an educated and informed decision by reviewing options and presenting recommendations
Effectively operate Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) commercial motor vehicles in compliance with government regulations and SSC policy
Perform routine maintenance and repair to keep vehicles in good working condition
Depending upon location, may load and deliver supplies of propane and/or other fuels according to standard operating procedures
Handle and lift canisters into truck and/or utilize load hose, meters, gauges, and terminal controls for bulk fuel loading (top load and bottom load)
Obtain distribution of fuel from SSC facility or third party terminals
Prepare and maintain invoices, reports, logs, vehicle and equipment maintenance records and other related documents accurately, neatly, and in a timely manner
Maintain complete and up-to-date files on parts manuals, service manuals, and service bulletins
Maintain files on all equipment sold including design, bill of materials, follow-up report, guarantee and warranty cards, and records of service
Ensure that all in-warranty parts are returned to supplier along with proper information in order for location to receive proper credit
Maintain adequate parts inventory
Assist with taking physical inventory of parts, equipment and merchandise
Adhere to inventory control initiatives
May assist with shipping and/or receiving of related products as determined by business need
Effectively utilize forklift and other material handling equipment according to facility procedures
Participate in specialized training, certification courses, and/or meetings as requested
Learn and develop techniques to enhance job performance and to stay current on industry safety and operational standards
Maintain a clean and orderly work area by keeping tools, equipment and supplies in proper places
Minimize waste and properly dispose of waste material
Perform all related cleaning of equipment, vehicle and work areas according to Housekeeping Plan and SSC procedures
Perform work safely as to not cause harm to yourself, customers and property, co-workers, equipment, or inventory
Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
Operate all equipment and vehicles according to SSC policy and government regulations
Comply with OSHA regulations, Southern States Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards, work rules and policies
Perform all other job functions as assigned
Plan the schedule for repair, installation and service of equipment and appliances in coordination with supervisor
Demonstrate advanced installation and repair skills
Provide guidance and coaching to Service Technicians on repair, installation and maintenance of equipment, and discussing equipment needs with customers
Communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner
Partner with facility team members to ensure charges and credits are properly recorded
Qualification
Required
Performs installation, maintenance and repair of propane and/or oil burning systems, HVAC units, equipment, and appliances for Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) customers
May also perform repair and maintenance work on diesel or gasoline tanks and equipment
Strictly adheres to government regulations and SSC operating procedures while working independently
Maintain regular communication with facility leadership regarding daily service dispatching for new installation, repair and maintenance of appliances, systems and related equipment
Provide updates and input on installation schedule, job progress, account issues, supply of materials and other critical factors
Safely install and repair propane, oil burning, diesel and/or gasoline systems, equipment, and appliances according to federal and state codes
Calibrate equipment to proper settings
Effectively utilize HVAC, mechanical, electrical, millwright, plumbing, and other specialized skills and the appropriate tools as determined by the job
Read and effectively interpret electrical and mechanical blueprints, manuals, engineering specifications, diagrams, meters, gauges, and control panels to perform installations and repair equipment
Gather and analyze information to diagnose malfunctions and troubleshoot systems
Represent SSC in a positive manner by providing reliable and prompt service to customers
Communicate in a professional and courteous manner
Provide usage instructions for all equipment and appliances serviced
Review account details, collect payments or provide invoices, and confirm future service with customers
Strive to grow and maintain SSC market share through excellent service and customer referrals
Discuss new equipment sales with current and prospective customers
Conduct site surveys and identify products and equipment to meet capacity needs
Assist customers in making an educated and informed decision by reviewing options and presenting recommendations
Effectively operate Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) commercial motor vehicles in compliance with government regulations and SSC policy
Perform routine maintenance and repair to keep vehicles in good working condition
Depending upon location, may load and deliver supplies of propane and/or other fuels according to standard operating procedures
Handle and lift canisters into truck and/or utilize load hose, meters, gauges, and terminal controls for bulk fuel loading (top load and bottom load)
Obtain distribution of fuel from SSC facility or third party terminals
Prepare and maintain invoices, reports, logs, vehicle and equipment maintenance records and other related documents accurately, neatly, and in a timely manner
Maintain complete and up-to-date files on parts manuals, service manuals, and service bulletins
Maintain files on all equipment sold including design, bill of materials, follow-up report, guarantee and warranty cards, and records of service
Ensure that all in-warranty parts are returned to supplier along with proper information in order for location to receive proper credit
Maintain adequate parts inventory
Assist with taking physical inventory of parts, equipment and merchandise
Adhere to inventory control initiatives
May assist with shipping and/or receiving of related products as determined by business need
Effectively utilize forklift and other material handling equipment according to facility procedures
Participate in specialized training, certification courses, and/or meetings as requested
Learn and develop techniques to enhance job performance and to stay current on industry safety and operational standards
Maintain a clean and orderly work area by keeping tools, equipment and supplies in proper places
Minimize waste and properly dispose of waste material
Perform all related cleaning of equipment, vehicle and work areas according to Housekeeping Plan and SSC procedures
Perform work safely as to not cause harm to yourself, customers and property, co-workers, equipment, or inventory
Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required
Operate all equipment and vehicles according to SSC policy and government regulations
Comply with OSHA regulations, Southern States Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards, work rules and policies
Perform all other job functions as assigned
Plan the schedule for repair, installation and service of equipment and appliances in coordination with supervisor
Demonstrate advanced installation and repair skills
Provide guidance and coaching to Service Technicians on repair, installation and maintenance of equipment, and discussing equipment needs with customers
Communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner
Partner with facility team members to ensure charges and credits are properly recorded
Company
Southern States Cooperative
Southern States Cooperative is the largest farm supply retail and service cooperatives in the United States.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$130MKey Investors
Crystal Financial
2020-12-03Debt Financing· $60M
2018-06-11Debt Financing· $70M
Leadership Team
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