Apprentice - Field Service Technician

Siemens Healthineers is looking for talented individuals destined to usher in the next era of healthcare. We live in a moment of remarkable change and opportunity.Siemens Healthineers is an industry leader in the manufacture and support of medical devices. The only company with a portfolio of diagnostic imaging and laboratory diagnostic equipment is seeking newly experienced and/or recent graduates for an apprenticeship opportunity as a medical device field service engineer.

Apprentices train in the Healthcare industry by receiving a combination of classroom and on-the-job training. Upon completion of the 4 year program, apprentices will have the necessary technical, customer and clinical skills to be effectively function as a Siemens Customer Service Field Engineer.

This comprehensive, multi-year program consists of technical pre-requisites,

certifications, corporate education along with operational and process training. Further customer service, clinical education, safety, and quality skills will be developed. The apprenticeship begins with the initial 6 month assignment at the US Service Headquarters located in Cary, NC with the remaining time 3.5 years aligned with regionally assigned mentors. Veterans can continue to utilize benefits through the GI Bill while they are employed as part of an apprenticeship program.

Specific requirements:

* High school diploma or GED

* Valid driver's license

* Strong aptitude for electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science or industrial engineering

* Ability and willingness to work overtime

* Ability and willingness to work various shift arrangements

* Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

Responsibilities:

Assists with routine equipment installation, trial runs and service activity runs to ensure that it meets specifications. Provides assistance with training customers to maintain and adjust routine equipment. Performs routine maintenance on tools, test equipment, etc. and completes required service or systems paperwork. Assists with responding to routine service or systems calls.

Education:

Associates degree or 1-2 years of vocational technical training preferred. HS diploma or equivalent required. Specialized skill training/certification may be required.

Knowledge and Experience:

Demonstrates a basic knowledge of a technical or specialty area.Generally, up to 2 years of successful experience in area of responsibility and successful demonstration of Key Responsibilities and Knowledge as presented above.

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Siemens is a global technology powerhouse that has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality, reliability and internationality for more than 165 years. As a global technology company, Siemens is rigorously leveraging the advantages that this setup provides. To tap business opportunities in both new and established markets, the Company is organized in nine Divisions: Power and Gas, Wind Power and Renewables, Energy Management, Building Technologies, Mobility, Digital Factory, Process Industries and Drives, Healthineers and Financial Services.

With 45,000 employees Siemens Healthineers is one of the world's largest suppliers of technology to the healthcare industry and a leader in medical imaging, laboratory diagnostics and healthcare IT. All supported by a comprehensive portfolio of clinical consulting, training, and services available across the globe and tailored to customers' needs. So that more people can have a life that is longer, richer, and more filled with happiness.

For more information, please visit: http://www.usa.siemens.com/healthineers