About Charlatte America: Charlatte America is a leading, growing manufacturing company specializing in battery-powered electric vehicles used by the airline industry. Vehicles include baggage tractors, belt loaders, and smaller tractors used for other industrial applications. As part of the French-based Fayat Group, we offer a company culture where employees take pride in quality craftsmanship, enjoy a sense of team purpose and achievement, and where ideas and innovation are valued. We seek qualified candidates interested in bringing their talents to drive success in a dynamic, team-oriented, customer-focused global company. Are you in search of a fulfilling Charlatte career adventure? POSITION SUMMARY The Field Service Technician is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining equipment at customer sites or in the field. This role involves troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, and ensuring optimal equipment performance. The Field Service Technician reads technical manuals, uses diagnostic tools, and effectively communicates with customers to provide quality service solutions. Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently and effectively to resolve customers’ concerns, a commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to travel as needed are essential for success in this role. Anticipated work schedule is Monday-Friday, from 8:00 am-5:00pm, with travel and occasional overtime required. This position will be working from a base location (Bluefield, VA), providing services to various locations throughout the eastern United States and nationally as needed. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Troubleshoot and diagnose various mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on industrial airport ground support equipment (GSE). Requires the ability to travel to customers’ facilities in assigned regions throughout the United States to troubleshoot field issues and deliver effective solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations. • Must know how to properly use various diagnostic tools as well as own ingenuity to identify problems and repair or replace faulty components. • Communicate effectively with supervisor, co-workers, customers and others as needed to resolve issues. • Demonstrate flexibility with rapidly changing objectives and priorities while completing quality work. • Conduct on-site training across all shifts at various work locations teaching proper preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting techniques. • Prepare documentation and reports for supervisors to detail inspection findings, summarize solutions implemented, and assess whether the issue is a systemic problem or a unique failure. • Take initiative in addressing complex problems with company suppliers by fostering open communication and cultivating positive relationships to effectively resolve issues. • Demonstrate sound decision-making, including choosing cost-effective options when booking travel. • Participate in safety training and programs. • Adhere to required safety protocols and quality standards at all times. • Perform other duties as assigned, such as performing the administrative duties to carry out this position’s responsibilities, maintaining tools and equipment properly, answering phones, suggesting cost-saving opportunities, participating in training, attending meetings, complying with company policies and procedures, keeping supervisor informed in a timely manner and assisting with special projects. • Meet the travel requirements and work hours of the position, which may involve overtime and/or working infrequently during evenings/weekends. This position may be required to backfill for other Field Service Technician positions at the discretion of management, generally during peak business demands and/or if there are vacant positions. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS • High School diploma, GED or equivalent. Technical/specialized training or associate’s degree in area relevant to the position’s responsibilities a plus. Some service technician experience required. • Preferred: Over four years of recent, relevant experience as a service technician. Strong consideration will be given to candidates with experience servicing electric ground support equipment (GSE). • Capacity to learn rapidly, and adapt to the distinctiveness of the GSE industry and changing situations. • Comprehensive expertise in the maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. • Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematics. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Good math skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail. • Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel or similar software to prepare reports. • Desire and ability to work in fast-paced manufacturing/service environment. • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a self-managed environment and collaboratively as a team. • Capacity to comprehend and adhere to evolving safety regulations. • Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including being able to lift up to 50 pounds, be on feet for extensive periods of time, work a flexible schedule as needed and travel as necessary. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand (for long periods of time on concrete floor or pavement), talk or hear, and to use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, controls or material handling machinery; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to perform moderate to heavy physical work walking over rough or uneven surfaces, stretching, bending, and pushing, moving, lifting and carrying loads weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be proficient with a wide range of hand and power tools. Work Environment: The employee is frequently exposed to outdoor, seasonally temperate and humid conditions. The work environment noise level is moderate while at the desk site, but potentially extreme in an airport environment. Employee will be responsible for researching, understanding and complying with all local Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies designed to safeguard individuals from potential workplace hazards. BENEFITS INCLUDE: • Competitive Hourly Rate of Pay based on Qualifications • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance • Air Ambulance Insurance • 401(k) Plan with Company Match • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Flexible Spending Account • Training/Professional Development and Opportunities for Career Advancement Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday • Overtime Work Location: In person
See More Details >>ABOUT The most secretive of Navy vessels, a submarine requires a select community of specially trained professionals to operate its classified, highly advanced hardware. The Sailors in the Submarine Electronics Computer Field (SECF) work with a submarine’s sonar, weapons, communications, and navigation systems. The training is rigorous, and the career opportunities are equally impressive. RESPONSIBILITIES Within Submarine Electronics, there are four distinct focus areas that have their own training paths and job descriptions. Fire Control Technician (FT) FTs operate, test, and maintain submarine combat control systems. They participate in weapons handling functions and operate and maintain non-tactical computer systems and peripherals. They are responsible for a huge array of weapons, including torpedoes, Tomahawk® cruise missiles, and nuclear ballistic missiles capable of reaching anywhere in the world. Sonar Technician, Submarine (STS) STSs specialize in underwater acoustic technologies. They operate a submarine’s sonar, oceanographic equipment, and auxiliary sonar to conduct underwater surveillance, collect scientific data, and track enemy targets. They also perform maintenance on the highly sensitive, highly classified sonar hardware. Electronics Technician (ET/RF AND ET/NAV) ETs focus on installing, administering, and maintaining onboard communications and navigation systems. ET/RFs work with and maintain submarine radio communication equipment, systems, and programs (including submarine LAN systems). ET/NAVs specialize in submarine navigation and radio equipment, systems, and programs. There are also electronics careers that require advanced nuclear training and involve working with nuclear reactor control, propulsion, and power generation on Navy nuclear-powered submarines or aircraft carriers. WORK ENVIRONMENT As a Navy Submarine electronics specialist, you may serve at sea or ashore, operating and repairing systems and equipment on Navy submarines at bases, ports of call, or while underway in undisclosed ocean waters. Since deployments are secret and stealthy, your time on a submarine may last for several months, sometimes with little or no time on the surface. TRAINING & ADVANCEMENT Upon completion of initial 7–9 week Recruit Training (Boot Camp), those pursuing positions in the Navy submarine electronics field report to Basic Enlisted Submarine School in Groton, CT, for 4 weeks of instruction in basic submarine systems. From there, Sailors attend “A” School in Groton, CT, to receive formal Navy schooling in their specialty area. This includes extensive training in electricity, electronics, computers, digital systems, fiber optics, and electronics repair. “A” School for FTs – This 27- to 33-week course in Groton, CT, provides knowledge of electronics, mathematics, and computer theory to support the operation and basic maintenance of submarine weapons control systems. Further training may be received at a “C” School that covers advanced maintenance, Tomahawk® Land-Attack Missile (TLAM) Strike, and both computer and computer language skills. “A” School for STSs – This 18-week course in Groton, CT, provides knowledge of electrical skills, electronics, computers, and sonar fundamentals. Further training may be received at a “C” School for advanced maintenance on specific equipment as well as Advanced Oceanography and Acoustic Intelligence Analysis. “A” School for ETs (ET/RF and ET/NAV) – This nine-week course in Groton, CT, provides knowledge of electricity, electronics, and technical computer skills. This is followed by a 14–28-week course – in Groton, CT; Kings Bay, GA; or Bangor, WA – providing further training specific to communications (ET/RF) or navigation (ET/NAV), along with assignment to a fast attack or ballistic missile submarine. Navy Nuclear Field (NF) Program To learn more about the additional training for nuclear-trained ETs, refer to the Navy Nuclear Field (NF) Program section on the nuclear operations page. Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance. Specialized training received and work experience gained can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields. EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Navy technical and operational training in submarine electronics can translate to credit hours toward a bachelor’s or associate degree through the American Council on Education. You may also continue your education through opportunities such as: • Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance • Post-9/11 GI Bill QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS A high school diploma or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Sailor in the Submarine Electronics field in the Navy. Applicants must be U.S. citizens who can meet eligibility requirements for a security clearance. General qualifications may vary based on whether you’re currently serving, have served before, or have never served. About the Company: Navy
See More Details >>Job Summary: The Electrician specializes in the design, installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems. The Electrician inspects electrical components and ensures building systems comply with safety regulations. The Electrician will be responsible for installing and repairing complex electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems working from a technical blueprint. Education and Experience: • Technical or Vocational School Degree. • 10 years' experience working in an environment installing electrical wiring, panels, conduit or a similar job position. • Current Electrician License . • OSHA safety training preferred.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Bluefield, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average weekly wage for electricians in Bluefield is approximately $1,300, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,500 per week. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring electricians in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
