Lead Field Technician

POSITION PURPOSE: The Lead Field Technician/Merchandiser will be responsible for managing various processes in the absence of a Field Tech Supervisor. They will be the lead for their remote/satellite markets and will provide leadership and effective coordination in order to ensure efficient business operations and customer satisfaction. This position will also monitor quality, training and day-to-day operations such as inventory responsibilities to meet established criteria and quality assurance goals ensuring operational plans are aligned with business objectives. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: If applicable, meet with technicians on a regular basis to develop an on-going partnership through weekly tech meetings, assisting in field and interacting in parking lot. Conduct training, utilizing the company's safety, quality, and customer service practices, policies, and standards. Promote teamwork, the company's mission and operational goals. Ensure that all OSHA requirements are met and adhered to. Complete installations of PPE and inventory vending machines at customer locations, or repairs as needed. Audits and distributes inventory with use of an of inventory management systems Restocks vending machines at customer sites on a set daily schedule Establishes working relationships with employees and serves as a conduit between employees and senior management. If applicable, responsible for assisting field technicians with problems and trouble-shooting vending machines and providing technical expertise. Responsible for assuring quality assurance standards are met and maintained in compliance with company quality standards. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from a remote manager, customers, and employees. Supervises direct reports ensuring objectives set forth are monitored and accomplished. Ensures cross-functional relationships with Office Staff, Warehouse, Call Center and other Support Staff. Prepares the site for expansion into other service lines as needed. Ensures a safe work environment is maintained by training and following safe practices and adhering to safety policies. Evaluates the quality of work performed in the field. Investigates, documents and files/monitors damage claims, motor vehicle accidents and personal injuries ensuring compliance with Company policies. Drives and operates company vehicles safely in accordance with established policies, courteously and defensively and ensures that maintenance and care is performed appropriately. Reports the need for vehicle repair or service when required and/or prescribed. Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and procedures in this safety-sensitive role OTHER DUTIES: Performs general clerical work such as filing, copying, mailing, etc. Performs other duties as assigned.INCUMBENTS ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL DUTIES OF THIS JOB At times, this job could require travel to assist launching other markets in the same lines of business (10-20% travel) JOB SPECIFICATIONS Required Knowledge/Skills/Attributes Solid ability to provide excellent customer service and establish and maintain credibility and interpersonal relationships with diverse group of individuals (e.g., business leaders, colleagues, staff at all levels). Solid ability to handle confidential, sensitive and critical issues with demonstrated history of a commitment to ethics, honesty, integrity and credibility. Solid ability to manage a remote staff in a fast-paced environment. Solid ability to collaborate effectively with others. Solid interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with the ability to relate well and cooperate with others to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals. Solid organizational and planning skills ability to multi-task attention to detail productive without compromising quality. Solid ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines while managing internal customer expectations and resetting accordingly. Solid ability to set and