Service Technician in Edmonton, Alberta at KSB GIW Inc.

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services,industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB’s research and development activities forms the basis for the company’s success.

People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today.

At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference – the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.

Who is KSB?

KSB Pumps Canada is expanding their team! If you are a technical and collaborative professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you!

The KSB Group is one of the leading producers of pumps, valves and related service offerings. Annual sales revenue is almost 2200 million euro. KSB Pumps Inc, is a member of the KSB Group, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of pumps, valves and systems, employing over 16,000 members of the KSB team.

The Purpose of your role:

• Collaborate with the Service Manager
• Disassemble, clean, inspect and overhaul a wide variety of rotating equipment specializing in centrifugal end suction, multistage and submersible pumps
• Complete detailed inspection forms and recommendations for the repair work scope required
• Support field site activities for both repair and new pump commissioning and start up activities

Your Daily tasks:

• Ensure all service work is preformed professionally, in a timely & efficient manner to guarantee customer satisfaction
• Work in an organized and controlled manner with a team or independently to carry out in-house and onsite pump repairs
• Complete on-site installation inspections, start-ups and commissioning of new and repaired equipment
• Conduct in-house repairs on a wide variety of customer supplied rotating equipment
• Complete detailed inspection findings on inspection forms and recommendations for repair work required
• Initiates development and use of procedures and safe work practices
• Complete detailed field service inspection reports and start-ups forms
• Conduct precision measuring of critical tolerances and non-destructive electrical testing on electric motors
• Comply with all safety measures outlined by the company for all work processes
• Develop and maintain excellent communication skills both externally with customers and internally with colleagues
• Work closely with the Service Manager to ensure accurate and profitable quotations and correct repair work scope required
• Ensure continuous improvement of technical knowledge, both related to pump theory and product development. Attend and participate in promotional events and training seminars as required
• Support and resolve customer issues by responding to their requests for any services they may require

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years’ mechanical experience with centrifugal pumps is an asset
• Millwright Certification or Technical Trades Diploma with 3-5 years mechanical experience
• 3-5 years’ experience as a mechanical tradesman
• Strong mechanical competence with centrifugal pumps and rotating equipment
• Machining and/ or electrical background knowledge is an asset
• Computer literate, Highly organized, Knowledge of Microsoft applications
• Excellent communication skills and time management
• Willing to travel within the Western Provinces with some expectation for weekend work

Why KSB?

KSB is a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact which aims at promoting sustainability and fairness in the business, environment and society. Our work processes and working environment are designed to require as little energy and as few raw materials as possible.

KSB aims to help resolve social problems for the common good. Education for young people is a key theme of the company’s social commitment and is also part of its corporate social responsibility. KSB is therefore helping to pave the way for young people to develop their skills early enough so that they can later pursue a career that’s the right fit for their talents and options.

What is the office culture like at KSB Canada?

You will find a driven and efficient team of experts at our Mississauga office. Our team is passionate about growth, innovation and collaboration. We are constantly striving to improve and better our processes to better support our customers and better work as a team. We welcome a growth mindset, new ideas and a desire to impact the processes of the team to increase efficiency internally and externally.

Job Types:

• Full-time, Permanent

Pay:

• $38.00$ - 43.00 per hour dependent on experience
• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Perkopolis perks: exclusive employee discounts on lifestyle, travel, and entertainment

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Experience:

• Pump Service: 3 years (preferred)

License/Certification:

• Millwright Certification (required)

Work Location:

• In person & Customer sites as required

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.