Technical Support Specialist
The HVAC Service Support Specialist provides technical support to contractors, distributors, engineers, and end users for Daikin's US domestic product lines. Provides pre and post-sales technical support including equipment troubleshooting and applications assistance via telephone and email.
Position Responsibilities may include :
- Provide prompt and courteous responses to calls coming into the Technical Support Center hotline
- Provide pre and post-sales technical support via telephone and email
- Assist Reps, Distributors, and Contractors in troubleshooting and in the application of Daikin equipment, connection ratio, capacity de-rates, and equipment selection
- May conduct virtual modeling for troubleshooting and provide resolution
- Log all calls and incidents into the CRM module to track information by customer, model number, and project
- Upon request, provide information such as submittal drawings, wiring diagrams, capacity tables, clearances, piping recommendations based on piping rules, or other information as published in Daikin's equipment literature.
- Assist the Manager in the distribution of requests for field visits and training to the appropriate Daikin Service Representative
- Follow up on customer inquiries to ensure job completion and job satisfaction
- Provide selection software support
- Help explain control-related questions
- Perform additional projects / duties to support ongoing business needs.
Nature & Scope :
Applies practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experienceEncouraged to seek continuous improvementsPerforms a range of mainly straightforward assignmentsWorks independently with general supervisionProblems faced are difficult but not typically complexKnowledge & Skills :
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse client groupAbility to troubleshoot in-depth service issues via phoneAbility to read, analyze, and interpret technical business periodicals, professional journals, and technical proceduresAbility to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manualsAbility to read and edit technical drawings / printsAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, clients, and customersAbility to work in a technically dominated environment : engineering, contracting, and construction. Trades and ability to absorb and commit technical information to knowledge quicklyAbility to anticipate and solve practical problems and resolve issuesSelf-starter with the ability to work both independently and within a teamAbility to effectively communicate ideas and properly describe problems and solutionsAbility to effectively handle multiple tasks, time management, and prioritization skillsWell-developed planning, organization, analytical, and decision-making skillsProficient computer skills, such as Excel and PowerPoint, Word (MS Office)Ability to produce clear, timely, and concise documentation and have well-developed problem-solving skillsAbility to apply good judgment, strong work ethic, and integrity on the job.Competencies : Experience :
3-5 years of experience in the HVAC field or a technical support roleEducation / Certification :
High School Diploma or GED EquivalentVocational Certification / Degree preferredPeople Management : No
Physical Requirements / Work Environment :
Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodationsRequired regularly to sit, talk, and listenRequired to stand, walk, use hands to pick up, handle or feel and reach with armsAbility to read and analyze written information on a computer terminal. Close vision and the ability to adjust focus are necessaryMust be able to travel on business occasionally or work beyond normal work hours as necessaryMust be able to lift boxes and / or equipment of up to 30 poundsWorking Conditions noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderateReports To :
MANAGER, TECHNICAL SUPPORT CENTERThe company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law.