Lead Technician

Company Overview

Sleep Number is a sleep wellness technology leader. For nearly four decades, we have placed sleep at the center of wellbeing, improving over 15 million lives with our Sleep Number smart beds. We are guided by our purpose - to improve the health and wellbeing of society through higher quality sleep. This is exemplified through our 4,000+ mission-driven team members who passionately innovate to drive value creation through our vertically integrated business model, owning the process from start to finish, including selling in our over 650 stores nationwide.

Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, sharing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and skills with Sleep Number every day. Whether you are entering, returning or experienced in the workforce, we have a place for you. We hope you join us in creating the future through higher quality sleep

Position Purpose

In addition to delivering an exceptional customer experience through the delivery, assembly, and demonstration of the Sleep Number Smart Bed and other Sleep Number products providing, the Field Services Lead Technician will serve as the local point of contact for all matters involving Fulfillment Quality, and inventory management. The Lead Technician will also share responsibility with the Supervisor for managing the local fleet, inclusive of DOT compliance, and preventative maintenance. As the subject matter expert on product and in home service, the Lead Technician must set a standard for efficiency, quality of work and customer engagement. The Lead Technician is responsible for the consistent onboarding and training of our newest team members and will be a main point of contact for assisting team members with challenges and questions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Meets the requirements of the Field Services Technician

• Primary trainer for all new Field Services team members. Trains current team members on changes to policy, procedures, and new products/services

• Responsible for market inventory management, analysis, reporting and validation inclusive of storage facilities, dock locations and product on truck

• Responsible for truck maintenance and works with leader to ensure all fleet is in optimal operating condition.

• Maintain open lines of communication for field team members for on-the-job questions and concerns, escalating to Field Services Supervisor. Provides consistent two-way communication to and from team members to inform of key messages, goals, changes to processes, and performance results.

• Develop and maintain cross functional relationship with key Retail and internal/external Supply Chain team members to ensure the on-time arrival, disposition, and inventory management of Sleep Number products.

• Conducts on route installation and service visits in customer's homes delivering, relocating, assembling, and repairing products to specifics with an expectation to personify Sleep Number's customer experience standards.

• Assists Supervisors in conducting Customer Experience Evaluations (CEE)

• Daily duties as assigned by the Field Services Supervisor and other job duties as related to business needs.

Position Requirements

• HS Education or GED equivalent

• 2-3 years customer service experience

• 1 year Field Service Technician experience preferred.

• Must be 21 Years of age or older.

• Must have a valid driver's license (commercial motor vehicle requirement of ability to drive commercial motor vehicle with gross weight of 15,001 pounds or more - CDL not required) and clean driving record.

• Must be able to pass a criminal record check, DOT Physical, and drug screen, road test and maintain a clean motor vehicle record.

• Ability to provide training individualized to the specific needs of the team member

• Possess first-rate communication skills - for both internal and external customers.

• Ability to service customers and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.

• Must be able to follow standard operating procedures.

• Possess the ability to follow safety procedures.

• Ability to operate a company vehicle in a variety of traffic and weather conditions.

• Must be able to work with common hardware and power tools.

• Strong customer service and communication skills

• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude required.

• Knowledge in smartphone technology and basic understanding of wireless networks

Compensation

• Bonus plan with monthly payout opportunity

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Wellbeing

Wellbeing is more than a catchphrase - it's a movement that permeates our company and through our team members. We are dedicated to enhancing and supporting the wellbeing of our team members and their families through benefits, programs, and resources across our five wellbeing pillars of emotional, financial, career, community, and physical health, with sleep at the center.

By joining our team, in addition to offering competitive pay programs, we are proud to offer eligible team members an extensive benefits package including, but not limited to medical and pharmacy benefits, dental, life and disability insurance, a matched 401(k) Plan, paid time off, and much more.

Safety

Safety is a top priority for Sleep Number supporting customers and team members wellbeing. COVID-19 Precaution(s) are in place consistent with CDC guidelines, U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA), and state/local laws.

EEO Statement

Sleep Number is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, marital status, religion, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is Sleep Number's policy to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process, consistent with applicable law. We may require supporting medical or religious documentation where applicable and permissible by law. If you are a qualified individual, you may request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, including if you are unable or otherwise limited in your ability to access open roles here.