Field Service-Fleet Support
Contract to Hire Opportunity - Lowell/Beverly, MA

Our client has an immediate requirement for a Field Service Tech supporting Fleet vehicles with all IT and E/M systems.

• This Tech will be covering both the Lowell and Beverly areas and he/she should live in between those locations.
• SITE TRAVEL IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE

Tasks

• Maintain current instruction manuals for vehicle up-fitters to properly install complimentary component
• Attend field worker training on new Devices and project rollouts
• Provide lifecycle management of services pertaining to the mounting requirements for field support installations
• Consult with the third-party supplier and the Customer to specify and update the vehicle dock kit specifications to reflect changes and updates to the vehicle mounts kits
• Obtain written ergonomic and safety approval from the Customer's Fleet Services department, such department being responsible for vehicles and equipment, prior to introducing changes to vehicle kit mount components
• Manage builds tailored to the field-based laptop business function
• Provide the repair and reimage of field Devices
• Manage Service delivery with the logistic provider to move Devices throughout the service territory
• Stock a working inventory for break/fix swap outs
• Provide vehicle mounting services, including installation work and incremental expansions of vehicles with respect to field-based equipment
• Consult with the applicable third-party suppliers to specify and update the vehicle dock kit specifications to reflect changes and updates to the vehicle mounts kits, including modems, antennas and peripheral Devices
• Obtain written ergonomic and safety approval from the Customer's Fleet Services department prior to introducing changes to vehicle kit mount components
• Consult with the applicable third-party supplier and update the laptop dock component in all field installation kits to reflect retired dock models and their replacement
• Consult with the applicable third-party supplier and update the vehicle kits' electronics and power components to reflect retired models and their replacements
• Review and make accommodations for any changes in wiring or cabling that could result from any of the above kit component changes
• Provide Lifecycle management of services pertaining to the video capturing requirements for field support installations;
• Consult with the applicable third-party supplier and determine a lifecycle replacement schedule (for example, yearly as vehicles are replaced to allow for replacement of retired video camera with a new model)
• Provide lifecycle management of services pertaining to the code blue Devices field support installations
• Consult with the applicable third-party supplier update the vehicle kits to reflect code blue switch re-designs in order to begin utilising the new replacement part during yearly vehicle replenishment unfitting activities
• Provide lifecycle management of services pertaining to the AVLS (Modem) Devices, configurations and testing for field support installations
• Consult with the applicable third-party supplier and update the vehicle kits' communications modem mount plate to reflect retirement of styles and/or models with the replacement style
• Review and make recommendations for any changes in wiring and/or cabling that could result from introduction of new modem style, including communication port
• Provide the necessary testing process to ensure the new model operates with the field application
• Investigate as needed and provide findings confidentially as related to AVLS (GPS Locations) and DriveCam videos and photos
• Provide the modem activation and deactivation
• Provide on-site services at multiple locations throughout the Customer's service territory on items specific to the field-based Service Recipients (e.g., vehicle mounts, modems, touch screen displays, vehicle wiring kits)
• Recommend to the Customer means for improving the incumbent repair process, including efficient, cost-effective solutions that minimize the impact to the Customer's field-based Service Recipients and Services
• Take reasonable care over specialized tools to ensure they are not lost, stolen or broken
• By exception only, where operational business criticality requires, attend vehicles that require support in the field (the usual arrangement is that vehicles that require support will go to the nearest designated site, as described in row 32 below
• Communicate, in person, the latest status and/or resolution to the end user.
• Update the ticket with the asset management data, as appropriate.
• Update and close the ticket.

Skill/Ability Knowledge:

• Able to work at a high level independently, utilizing other resources with good judgment
• Able to demonstrate high initiative and ownership of issues
• Able to make customers feel great about their support experience regardless of the outcome via high level, polished customer and relationship management skills
• Must have strong leadership skills and a willingness and ability to work through tough situations and solve challenging problems
• Extraordinary written, verbal and interpersonal skills are also a must
• Must be ready and willing to commit to continuous education, certification and self-improvement
• Must be able to act as a leader and set the example both technically as well as with all other employee responsibilities within his/her team
• Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot XP, Windows 10 and Microsoft Office Apple, Mac, iPad, iPhone and any other authorized desktop applications
• Customize desktop hardware to meet user specifications and site standards
• Responsible for monitoring, operating, managing, troubleshooting and restoring to service any terminal service client, personal computers (PC) or notebooks that has authorized access to the network
• When the restoration is beyond the scope of the computers, laptops, printers and any other authorized peripheral equipment the Desktop Support Engineers will escalate the issue/problem to proper tier 3 support team member
• Develop trends by monitoring and analyzing incoming calls, problems and support requests
• Provide user data and application recovery
• Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot problems associated with network connectivity, and workstation hardware/software
• Use tools and methodologies to load, copy and customize operating system configurations for deployment
• Responsible for tracking hardware and software inventory
• Familiarize end users on basic software, hardware and peripheral device operation
• Take ownership and responsibility of queries, issues and problems assigned to the Desktop Support Engineers
• Works with vendor support contacts to resolve technical issues within the desktop environment
• Works with other IT team members regarding new branch builds and upgrades
• Dealing with queries by following departmental procedures for fault resolution
• Operates within, enforces, and suggests modifications and additions to desktop standards and guidelines
• Maintains IT records and tracking for area of responsibility
• Ensures that supported customer accurately completes the approved work request with the date and time of submission
• Develop sound understanding of IT operations and related applications and IT systems as well as business related processes and procedures
• Develop technical knowledge of each system within company profile and specialized knowledge of certain nominated areas
• Maintain adequate knowledge of operating systems and application software used to provide a high level of support
• Maintains and consistently demonstrates a general knowledge of company guidelines, processes, practices and procedures

Soft Skills:

• Thought Process: Able to understand technical concepts and can develop ways to help others learn. Ability to solve complex problems with innovative solutions. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to quickly and proactively gain an understanding of the client's business problems and deliver solutions and recommendations to solve.
• Interpersonal: Excellent customer service, technical, organizational, and communication skills -- in person and on the phone; effective listening and team orientation. Able to persuade, influence and negotiate with staff and vendors in critical situations. Able to motivate others and work cooperatively in a group to achieve common goals.
• Physical: Able to sit at a desk and grasp writing instruments. Able to manipulate fingers to perform keyboard strokes on a computer. Mobile between buildings. Must also be able to lift 40lbs without issue and move it from under a desk to a cart and vice versa. Must be able to work in the elements (hot weather/cold weather).

Additional Information

• All candidates are encouraged to apply, but many positions require a strict drug and background check by our customers.
• F2OnSite supports and adheres to all state laws regarding background checks.

About F2OnSite

F2OnSite is the fastest growing Onsite I.T. Services company in the United States and is ranked in the Top 25 fastest growing privately held companies overall. We are looking for the best and brightest technical talent to work in the field for our customers. We Are the “Boots on the Ground” for our customers. Our tag line of “Relax, we got this!” isn’t just marketing: it’s the reality of who we are as a company. Our Field Engineers are the heart of the company, and we care about your success.

F2OnSite is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate due to race, color, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, or any other factor. Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently working?
• What is your minimum and desired hourly rate requirement?

Work Location: In person