Field Service Associate (Southern California)

**Job Description Summary****Job Description**We are **the makers of possible**BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and its no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of usfrom design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per yearto look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which youll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a **maker of possible** with us.**Position Summary****Key Deliverables and Responsibilities**+ Responsible for providing on-site support to BD customers that includes but is not limited to: installation and service of diagnostic instrumentation, holiday and weekend on-site support, marketing, exhibitions, and clinical trials support.+ Install and service instrumentation with minimum direct supervision, as requested, by the Service Center in accordance with current ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards.+ Provide follow-up service by calling customers who have recently been provided service. Ensure service was complete and satisfactory to the customers' needs.+ Accurately maintain car stock inventory, test equipment, tools, and technical data.+ Complete service documentation, as required, by the position function or requested by System Support Engineering Manager in accordance with current GMP requirements.+ Display maturity and judgment in time management and expense control.+ Maintain expense levels within the established guidelines for field service travel and sites visits.+ Report quality control and other technical problems, in detail, to the Service Center and System Support Engineering Manager.+ Accurately maintain and use company vehicle as outlined by current Corporate fleet policy.+ Interface optimally with other departments and managers to resolve customer problems and issues.+ Perform other duties as assigned. Accountable for providing support to customers that meet BD standards of outstanding quality service at all times. Accountable for Company issued credit cards, travel advances, company vehicle, trunk stock of spare, and repair parts.+ As a representative of BD, promote and maintain good customer relations through high standards of personal appearance, ethical behavior, maturity and good judgment.**Qualifications**+ High School Diploma, and technical training acquired through formal training, or hands on experience in a manufacturing, or similar technical role.+ Experience with medical devices and equipment, PC/software/LIS/networking/database management knowledge is a plus.+ Must have good communication and customer service skills including technical writing and training.+ Must have effective interpersonal skills, organization/prioritization, and administrative skills.+ PC-based equipment and application software knowledge highly preferred.+ A technical degree or related certification is a plus.+ Must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license with at least 3 years of driving history and meet BD's auto safety standards.+ Flexibility to travel up to 50% of time outside of home geographic area, based upon business needs.+ Must meet Vendor Credentialing Requirements**Physical Requirements**+ Ability to lift 30 to 40 lb. objects from the floor to chest level+ Ability to turn manual sockets, crescent wrenches, and screw drivers repeatedly over the course of an 8-to-10-hour day+ Ability to sit, kneel, squat, bend, and stand repeatedly in a 810-hour period to assemble and repair instrument suites+ Ability to push and pull objects weighing up to 70 lbs+ Ability to perform fine motor tasks while reaching over the course of an 810-hour day+ Ability to carry a 30 lb. pack on your back for up to 1 hour+ Ability to drive distances of up to 6 hours, and in adverse weather conditions+ Able to climb portable ladders and step stools+ May be required to wear a respirator while servicing equipment, thus must be able to pass a fit test and annual spirometry.For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Companys receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BDs Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.**Why Join Us?**A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. Its also a place where we help each other be great, we do whats right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, youll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.To learn more about BD visit? https://bd.com/careersBecton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.#earlycareer**Primary Work Location**USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle**Additional Locations****Work Shift**At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associatestheir well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You (https://jobs.bd.com/benefits) .Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.**Salary Range Information**$25.60 - $42.20 USD HourlyBecton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.