Field Service Technician
Job Description
Job Title: Field Service Technician - Electro-Pneumatic Equipment
Job Type: Full-time, Direct Hire - $75k base pay plus overtime.
Location: Based out of [City], with extensive travel up to 75% of the time. Some international travel may be required.
Overview: Our company is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Field Service Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, servicing, and troubleshooting of electro-pneumatic equipment at customer’s locations. Additionally, the Field Service Technician may be utilized and assigned to any of our production facilities to provide technical assistance as required.
Responsibilities: • Install and train customers on filling equipment at their site • Service filling equipment at customer’s locations • Troubleshoot new and legacy equipment via phone and by remote access • Submit all paperwork in a timely and professional manner • Work in a collaborative team environment • Travel extensively up to 75% of the time, including some international travel
Skills: • Strong time management and critical thinking skills • Technical knowledge in Allen Bradley industrial controls • Ability to work as a collaborative team member with engineering team • Strong mechanical and electrical skills, and the ability to wire to a desired schematic • Strong PLC skills utilizing ladder logic (Allen Bradley), familiar with RSLogix 500/5000, must have programming experience • Excellent communication and relationship management skills to work collaboratively with customers • Self-starter who can work without supervision
Qualifications: • Minimum 2-year college degree in electrical/mechanical principles, or a suitable combination of education and work experience • Valid driver’s license and US Passport • 5 years of equipment field service experience (must have held the title of Field Service Technician or similar to be considered) • Knowledge of food processing or packaging is desired
Direct Reports: The Field Service Technician has no direct reports but will be responsible for working in a team environment.
If you have a passion for electro-pneumatic equipment and enjoy traveling to customer sites to provide technical service, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience for consideration. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants to apply.
Meet Your Recruiter
Max Francis
Technical Recruiter
Max Francis is a seasoned Engineering Recruiter specializing in the Automation Division at Sterling. With five years of invaluable experience in recruitment, Max is on a mission to help individuals find their perfect career move—one that aligns with their professional goals and supports their families.
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