Field Specialist, Field Services Support CIP

<p> </p> <div style="font-style:normal; font-weight:400"> <b>Field Specialist, Field Services Support CIP</b> <b>POSITION PROFILE</b> <p>This position requires multi-specialist technology level skills to work independently as a product/services solution's specialist in servicing or training on certain business support for multi-solutions work area needs/offerings. Serves as the primary resource providing service/training solutions and mentoring on products and services. Also includes new business and other various support and solution functions as developed or assigned.</p><b>JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b> <b>Technical</b> <ul> <li>Performs multi specialist solutions skill services including configuring, installing, troubleshooting, networking, maintaining, and training as assigned in their area of responsibility expertise on a variety of products and services.</li> <li>Collects, measures, records, processes, and analyzes complex data. Applies results to support service improvement area wide.</li> <li>Proactively seeks volume building and product/process upgrade opportunities that result in increased utilization of Ricoh equipment, supplies and services.</li> <li>Assembles/adjusts/maintains/shares expertise on products according to specs, and/or relevant documentation/instruction. Performs the same for equipment operations.</li> <li>Demonstrates high level of proficiency in their area of expertise as well as taking on a team lead /coordinator role as needed/directed.</li> <li>Performs a full range of services including customer training, equipment and workflow observation, and solution presentation for improved methods.</li> </ul><b>Customer Services</b> <ul> <li>Understands and promotes Ricoh's support functions and offerings, anticipates, and manages customer needs.</li> <li>Displays professionalism in interactions with all customers. Maintains and leads productive, professional relationships with all customers and Ricoh personnel and contributes to the overall success of the team</li> </ul><b>Manage Workload</b> <ul> <li>Maintains a full workload, meeting appropriate response times, repair times, quality objectives and cost control metrics.</li> <li>Effectively executes all required workload management and call handling procedures, using current field call management requirements.</li> </ul><b>Administrative</b> <ul> <li>Complies with all company policies and completes administrative tasks in an accurate and timely manner.</li> <li>Performs administrative duties as assigned including maintaining required logs, processes and reports.</li> <li>Completes all required administrative tasks in an accurate and timely manner.</li> <li>Accounts for all time and activity by recording information through the proper tracking system.</li> <li>Responsible for maintaining a "car stock" and/or customer on-site inventory as assigned/necessary.</li> </ul><b>Results</b> <ul> <li>Achieves expected productivity levels associated with assigned workload and level of experience.</li> <li>Actively participates in Ricoh Extra Value program opportunities as defined, (CS212, etc) and bills accordingly.</li> <li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li> </ul><b>QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience and Certifications)</b> <ul> <li>Requires a valid state driver's license and minimum level of auto insurance coverage per Ricoh policy for positions entailing extensive use of personal car while on company business.</li> <li>Requires high school diploma. Completed classes and experience involving computers, electronics, mechanics, basic network and basic connectivity and printing software application is desired.</li> <li>Meets the requirements listed in the Technology Services Training Role Inventory and Certification Program for the assigned role as defined by the manager.</li> <li>Follow this link for the certification requirement document.<br> https://rworld.ricoh-usa.com/docs/DOC-766716</li> </ul><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES</b> <ul> <li>Goal orientated, self-motivated and committed to ongoing self-development and the development of others.</li> <li>Handles information of a highly confidential nature.</li> <li>Possesses excellent multi-tasking and prioritizing skills.</li> <li>Identifies problems, opportunities and develops solutions.</li> <li>Possesses excellent organizational, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills.</li> <li>Displays a high level of professionalism in the most difficult circumstances; demonstrates the ability to overcome considerable technical, customer and logistical obstacles.</li> <li>Requires proficient familiarity in use of Microsoft Office computer application programs and the use of computers, mobile technology, and associated applications and / or systems.</li> </ul><b>WORKING CONDITIONS, MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS</b> <ul> <li>Extensive daily travel in an automobile between customer locations is usually required. Assignment at a customer's site or a "walking work area" within a limited urban area might require extensive travel by foot. All travel may be required in a wide variety of weather conditions. May also include working outdoors at times.</li> <li>Occasional overnight travel may be required.</li> <li>May be required to move objects on wheels up to 400 pounds and be able to lift and carry objects that weigh up to 50 pounds. Frequent stooping, bending, squatting and kneeling are required to service equipment at floor level, on racks, or above shoulder height using a ladder.</li> <li>Requires dexterity - regular application of basic skills (calculator, keyboard, hand tools, eye/hand coordination).</li> <li>Shift work, overtime, stand-by and/or on-call may be required.</li> <li>Work has periodic stress related to deadlines, performance expectations and an increased volume of service calls placed and occasional contact with dissatisfied customers.</li> </ul> <p>The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job.</p> </div> <br><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><u><span>Come Create at Ricoh:</span></u></p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span>If you are seeking a team driven by passion and purpose, come create with us at Ricoh. We are a team of information seekers and customer-obsessed collaborators who aspire to deliver the services, solutions, and technologies that empower business success. We are looking for talented, inspired individuals to join us to help drive high-performance team and our commitment to excellence.</span></p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span>Ricoh is an integrated solutions provider and partner that connects people and technology, creates outstanding customer experiences, and delivers innovation for businesses worldwide. We empower digital workplaces by enabling individuals to work smarter from any location and harness the power of information—how it is collected, stored, managed, and shared—to unlock the potential in every organization. We deliver services and technologies that inspire our customers’ success and guide them toward a better and more sustainable future. If you are seeking a purpose-driven and passionate team, come create with us, and help drive our high-performance culture of excellence into tomorrow.</span></p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"><u><span>Invest in Yourself:</span></u></p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span>At Ricoh, you can:</span></p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left:.25in;"></p> <ul> <li><span>Choose from a broad selection of medical, dental, life, and disability insurance options.</span></li> <li><span>Contribute to your financial security with Retirement Savings Plan (401K), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) investments.</span></li> <li><span>Augment your education with team member tuition assistance programs.</span></li> <li>Enjoy paid vacation time and paid holidays annually</li> <li>Tap into many other benefits to enhance your health, wellness, and ongoing personal and professional development.</li> </ul>

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