Patterson Companies, Inc.→
Service Technician - Albany NY at Patterson… · Albany
Entry LevelOn-siteAlbany, NY$58k–$71k/yr
Skills
dental equipment installationdental equipment repairbasic install certificationmechanical aptitudemicrosoft outlookmicrosoft excelmicrosoft teams
Job Description
Summary: Patterson Companies, Inc. is focused on providing the best products, technologies, services, and business solutions to the animal and oral health markets. They are seeking a driven entry-level tradesperson to join their Dental Service team, responsible for installing and repairing dental equipment while ensuring a first-class customer experience.
Responsibilities:
- Safely remove, modify, repair, and install on all core dental equipment with minimal supervision
- Inspect pre-installed products for any defects or damages, as well as conducting final post-installation inspections for proper operation or additional damage
- Responsible for basic installation procedures and jobsite protocol
- Maintain all service records timely and accurately
- Ensures safe transportation and delivery of product to customer location
- Verify specific manufacturer and Patterson guidelines, OSHA and other applicable laws and regulations related to asepsis are followed
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Supports customer needs through responding in a timely and professional manner
- Demonstrates passion and a people-first approach by treating customers in a respectful and considerate manner
- Builds and maintains customer relationships through follow-up and courteous and approachable interactions
- Understands and conveys information to our customers
- Listens attentively and asks questions when necessary
- Uses general terminology to explain technical aspects of using technology to a non-technical audience
- Commitment and desire to work with a sense of urgency and persistence in overcoming obstacles while following Patterson’s business conduct and code of ethics and responsibilities
- Anticipates problems and can troubleshoot a variety of install and basic repair problems to meet the customer needs
- Establishes and maintains productive, mutually beneficial relationships with customers, vendors and colleagues
- Responds to difficult situations and demanding people and delivers negative information in a way that enhances relationships
- Determines parts, supplies or tools needed to complete service requests
- Manages vehicle inventory and restocks as necessary
- Safety is a primary focus for the Patterson Dental service department
- Each employee must maintain a quality driving record and represent Patterson Dental while driving a company vehicle
- Proper vehicle maintenance should be scheduled regularly to ensure we maintain a safe fleet on the road
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1-2 years of comparable Patterson service experience or equivalent experience
- Successfully completed Basic Install Certification through the Patterson Technical Academy with the ability to be Patterson Certified within 6 months of employment
- Mechanical aptitude required
- Possesses strong work ethic and takes ownership of both company and customers goals/objectives
- Focused on understanding, meeting, and exceeding customer expectations
- Ability to thrive in an independent role
- Requires basic computer skills and/or ability to use smart phone/tablet
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Valid driver's license along with good driving record
Preferred Qualifications:
- Trade school training in carpentry/plumbing/heating/electricity/electronics is highly desirable but not required
- Excellent organization and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Teams is helpful
Required Skills: Dental Equipment Installation, Dental Equipment Repair, Basic Install Certification, Mechanical Aptitude, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams