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Part-Time Field Technician - Lafayette, Indiana and Surrounding Areas

BinSentry

BinSentry

lafayette, in, usa
Posted on Jul 23, 2024

Field Technician

Part-time, Permanent

What do we do?

BinSentry is an Internet of Things (IoT) startup in the AgTech (agriculture technology) industry. We serve feed mills who in turn use our sensors to help monitor the feed inventory on poultry, swine and dairy farms. We design, manufacture, and assemble our own hardware but we focus primarily on software services. We currently are monitoring thousands of bins on thousands of farm locations throughout North America.

We are seeking conscientious, qualified candidates who can install and service our devices across multiple states.

What is a BinSentry Field Technician expected to do?

  • Drive to rural areas to install & service our devices on farm locations, ranging from 1-50 in a given day.
  • At the site, you will be required to disinfect tires and boots, climb feed bins that range between 10 and 40 ft tall and install our sensor and small solar panel inside the site’s bin. The installation typically takes 10 - 15 minutes.
  • Troubleshoot basic issues on field devices (requiring service) where applicable.
  • Adhere to biosecurity rules where required for each farm location.
  • Maintain accurate mileage records and time sheets.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma
  • Working at heights certification, with a full understanding of how to use fall protection equipment.
  • Clean driving record with ability to drive 8 - 10 hrs per day
  • Reliable smartphone with basic knowledge of how to use it and take basic measurements.
  • Organizational and problem solving skills
  • Great communication skills to work with customers and ability to communicate in English
  • Positive attitude and service minded.
  • Solid work ethic and a high standard for yourself and respect for others
  • Trustworthy, prompt and reliable.
  • Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
  • Physically able to climb and lift more than 50lbs.

Useful skills to have:

  • Experience working at heights
  • Experience using power tools
  • Experience working with electronics

What we offer:

  • Functional and safety tools required for the role
  • Full, company-paid group health and dental benefits
  • Competitive compensation and an equity and bonus package
  • A meaningful mission in which you are invited to participate
  • Brag-worthy swag

The recruitment process:

  • Phone Screen
  • Technician Survey
  • Interview with Operations team
  • Competency assessment
  • Interview with Operations VP
  • Offer

Is BinSentry Remote?

Field Technicians will be required to maintain and manage inventory at their home and drive to farms from their home location.