Field Service Technician

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Field Service Technician (Millwright / Industrial Maintenance)

Travel the Midwest | Work on Industrial Processing Equipment | Direct Hire

$35-$42/hour + Per Diem + Paid Travel Expenses

Based in Bennington, NE

50-75% Travel

Direct Hire Opportunity

Excellent Benefits Package

We are seeking a mechanically inclined Field Service Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair specialized process equipment used in the corn wet milling, ethanol, agricultural, and industrial processing industries.

This role is ideal for candidates with backgrounds in millwright work, industrial maintenance, field service, rotating equipment, or mechanical repair who enjoy hands-on work, travel, and solving technical problems in the field. The position requires extensive customer interaction and the ability to work independently while representing the company at customer sites throughout North America.

You will work with a variety of industrial equipment, including pumps, gearboxes, bearings, conveyors, bucket elevators, rotating equipment, power transmission systems, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems. When not traveling, you will support equipment assembly, rebuilds, repairs, and project preparation at the Bennington facility.

• Perform mechanical repairs, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on industrial equipment in both shop and field environments.
• Install, inspect, align, and service conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, motors, and other rotating equipment.
• Support equipment startup, commissioning, and operational testing activities at customer facilities.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical failures to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and light structural modifications as required to support repairs and installations.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Conduct equipment inspections and document findings, repair recommendations, and completed work.
• Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety and follow all company and customer safety procedures.
• Travel to customer sites throughout the Midwest and other domestic locations to support service and maintenance activities.
• Assist with equipment assembly, rebuilds, repairs, and project preparation at the Bennington facility when not traveling.
• Provide professional customer service and technical support while representing the company in the field.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Millwright, Industrial Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Mechanic, Field Service Technician, Rotating Equipment Technician, or similar mechanical role.
• Strong hands-on experience with conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, pulleys, chains, rotating equipment, and power transmission systems.
• Welding and fabrication experience, including MIG and stick welding.
• Proven troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and repair mechanical equipment issues.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in field environments.
• Effective communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50-75% as business needs require.

• Millwright or industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience working in ethanol plants, corn wet milling facilities, feed mills, grain processing facilities, fertilizer plants, food processing plants, manufacturing environments, or power generation facilities.
• Experience with bucket elevators, augers, drag conveyors, screw conveyors, and grain handling equipment.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience aligning pumps, motors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.
• Rigging, machinery moving, and equipment installation experience.
• Forklift, aerial lift, rigging, or other industrial certifications.
• Strong customer-facing skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.

This is a direct-hire opportunity offering excellent benefits, long-term stability, and exposure to a variety of industrial environments. You'll join a skilled team that…