
North America Technical Service Manager
- Mount Prospect, IL
- $100,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Supervise Technical Service Representatives: Oversee daily operations, manage performance, and participate in hiring and termination decisions.
- Support Global Technical Services: Address complex product issues involving customer support, internal staff, and domestic sales representatives.
- Oversee Training Activities: Manage and participate in training related to product and software applications.
- Technical Service Functions: Perform duties of a Technical Service Representative, including:
- Conduct tests and calibrations on instruments and components.
- Diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions, replacing defective parts as needed.
- Align, adjust, and calibrate equipment to meet Atlas and OEM specifications.
- Ensure proper equipment installation and provide user training.
- Review technical documents and apply knowledge to perform repairs, maintenance, and training.
- Prepare quotes, agreements, and service reports, exercising judgment on warranty issues.
- Maintain technical service records, service schedules, and business expenses.
- Create, review and negotiate service contracts with clients, ensure compliance with AMETEK's contract and risk mitigation policies
- Maintain inventory and calibration documentation for test equipment.
- Perform work according to Atlas standards and accreditation, ensuring quality standardization.
- Obtain certification in business quality standards.
- Provide specialized product knowledge for software upgrades and troubleshooting.
- Act as a training liaison for technical and sales functions, ensuring high standards of knowledge transfer.
- Ensure that the service team uses our CRM system "Sales Force Field Service Lightning" according to the specifications
- Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or vocational technical school with electrical and mechanical training.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical service, technical support, or a related engineering field.
- At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role, preferably within a technical environment.
- Experience managing remote and geographically dispersed team members is highly preferred.
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage service operations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Extensive travel experience between work locations and remote sites, adhering to company travel policy guidelines.
- Experience working with high voltage equipment and electrical devices.
- Previous experience in fast-paced, multi-task work environments.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems.
- Experience as a decision-maker, making independent decisions within policies and procedures.
- Strong mathematical aptitude, including practical algebraic and statistical methodologies for problem-solving.
- Proficient in MS Office and capable of navigating systems and applications.
- Refrigeration experience and technical certification are a plus.
- Valid driver's license required; may require a valid passport.
- Excellent technical communication skills, focused on problem-solving client needs.
- Business acumen in environments delivering high levels of customer service.
- Skilled in using processes, guidelines, and resources, and recognized as the "go-to" person for technical questions.
- Broad knowledge of Atlas's entire product line.
- Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time within the US and occasionally internationally.