Job Description
About the Company
Founded in 1998, AVL has grown into a North American leader in turnkey engineering, manufacturing, and assembly solutions and we have just opened a new manufacturing facility in Charlotte, NC. For over 25 years, we've combined in-house mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering with custom acoustical design and airflow analysis to deliver fully integrated power-generation and energy-storage systems. At AVL, our team is the foundation of our success. Comprised of dedicated engineers, skilled fabricators, and experienced project managers, we bring a collaborative, hands-on approach to every project. From initial design to final assembly, we are committed to meticulous craftsmanship and continuous improvement to ensure our customers receive reliable, high-performance products they can trust. Our mantra of We are one team is lived by every employee, every day.
About the Role
The Field Service Coordinatorโs primary function will be to assist the Service Manager and Service team in coordination with the AVL Service Team (Hamilton) to ensure operations and communications are clear and followed. This role will involve coordinating service activities, ensuring teams have the necessary resources before traveling, and maintaining strong communication with internal departments and the Service Team from Charlotte. The Service Coordinator will play a crucial role in Reporting and tracking deficiencies across all projects, communicating the schedule to the site crew, handling logistics for Service, and ensuring compliance with company policies and safety standards. The Service Coordinator acts as the operational control point for all North Carolina field service activities, ensuring alignment between AVL USA operations and AVL Hamilton Service leadership.
Responsibilities
Service Coordination and Logistics
Coordinate all travel logistics for field teams, including hotel bookings and B1 documentation, ensuring alignment with project schedules established by the Service Team.
Plan, track, and manage shipments, that only includes ship loose materials, warranty parts, NCR components, and site installation materials, ensuring timely and accurate delivery in collaboration with the AVL Service Team.
Maintain a high level of situational awareness across all active field deployments, proactively communicating all correspondence back to the Service team.
Inventory, Fleet, and Material Management
Maintain accurate inventory logs for field tools, fuel, maintenance tracking for the Service Fleet, and consumables, assisting with restocking and requisition processes in coordination with the Service Operations teams, maintaining the records and providing all reports as required.
Administrative and Financial Support
Provide administrative assistance to the Field Service Manager and Service Project Managers (PMs), including calendar management, travel coordination, and department expense tracking.
Project and Quality Coordination
Track deficiency list progress daily, updating files and reporting to the AVL Service Project team.
Training, Safety, and Compliance
Operational Accountability & KPIs
Monitor and report weekly on the following items:
Field crew mobilization accuracy and on-time deployment
Deficiency aging and resolution timelines
Fleet readiness and compliance
Timecard accuracy and submission compliance
Travel and logistics cost tracking vs budget
Provide weekly service coordination report to Hamilton Service Management outlining risks, delays, and required executive decisions.
Maintain a strict adherence to the deployment Tracker for all North Carolina Field Crews set across by Hamilton Service Operations team.
Authority & Escalation
Escalate all schedule risks, safety concerns, or customer conflicts to the Field Service Manager immediately.
Job Requirements
4+ years of experience in a coordinator, administrative, or logistics role, preferably within a Operations, Manufacturing or site construction environment.
2. 2+ years of experience in a Project Coordinator Role would be preferred.
3. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and experience working with Visual MFG. ERP or other related software. Knowledge of Power BI is considered a strong asset.
4. Basic understanding of supply chain logistics, operational efficiency, and material management is required
5. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
6. Detail-oriented approach to effective cross team communication, managing documentation, tracking progress, and ensuring accuracy in reports and financial submissions
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.