- Conduct warranty heat pump and component evaluations to achieve root cause failure analysis in accordance with part functional requirements.
- Work with engineering, warranty, quality, and vendors to design/develop test procedures for warranty returned heat pumps and components.
- Conduct warranty claim reviews.
- Track warranty part returns.
- Create reports prior to sending parts to engineering or the vendor for further analysis.
- Work with engineering, quality, and vendors to determine root cause and corrective actions.
- Support the engineering, technical service and warranty teams as needed.
- Ability to conduct destructive analysis when required on Units/components to define root causes and improve overall equipment reliability performance.
- Cross train in the Engineering Labs and in the Technical Service area
- Ability to work with customers on problem applications to resolve issues and define root causes.
- Comply with all WaterFurnace International and OSHA policies, procedures, specifications, and standards.
- Some light travel may be required to suppliers and or customers.
- 2+ years HVAC industry experience
- Associate degree in electrical, mechanical or experience in HVAC related disciplines
- Mechanical and electrical aptitude. Willing to get dirty to determine the part failure.
- Good computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Knowledge of Epicor a plus
- Ability to work with customers on problem applications to resolve issues and define root causes.
- Ability to follow lab testing procedures for HVAC systems.
- Be able to demonstrate the ability to identify and interpret test results.
- A detail-oriented self-starter who works well in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-oriented environment.
- Ability to collaborate with Suppliers on Root Cause and Corrective action component improvements.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Willing to get hands dirty to determine the part failure.
- Education Requirements: High School Diploma; Associate degree preferred.
- Experience Requirements: Minimum of two (2) years of related experience
Warranty Technician - Fort Wayne, United States - WaterFurnace International
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Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary:WaterFurnace is a Water Source/Geothermal Heat Pump and Heat Recovery Chiller Company with R&D, Manufacturing, Marketing and Sales Teams headquartered in Fort Wayne, IN with over 275 Employees in the US and Canada. Our HVAC solutions are installed into the Residential and Commercial HVAC / Renewable Energy markets primarily across NA. Our technology is the most efficient way to heat and cool homes and buildings and heat potable hot water. We are a "Clean Energy" Company.
Our Purpose
To transform the way we use energy, protect resources for future generations, and give people the freedom to focus on life.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, overtime as required
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