Technical Service Representative I

Technical Service Representative I

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world. Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

The Technical Service Representative I is responsible for providing technical assistance and authorizing warranty repairs (including sending parts) to our authorized dealer network. Under general supervision with some guidance from Supervisor and higher level TSRs. Assist customers with questions, requests, and issues. Effectively research, document, track and monitor customers' requests and issues to ensure timely resolution. Set groundwork for escalated cases.

*This is not a remote role, the ideal candidate will need to be located in Wisconsin, due to this position being on-site and reporting into our Waukesha Headquarters*

Major Responsibilities

• Answer inbound calls and respond to emails from Dealer Technicians and answer standard questions over the phone
• Provide accurate, timely, and descriptive notes during calls
• Assist Dealer Technicians with remote diagnostic tools
• Follow established diagnostic techniques to troubleshoot installed systems
• Gather and prepare documentation regarding product failure and improvement
• Instruct new dealer technicians how to navigate Generac's warranty systems and submit claims electronically

Minimum Job Requirements

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in relevant technical field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Bilingual Spanish

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical (AC/DC) fundamental theory
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a professional manner
• Active listening skills
• Ability to remain calm in high-stress situations
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office suit
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts, while taking into consideration the varying degrees of customers' technical experience
• Trouble-shooting skills

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.