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Industrial Field Service Technician

Listing for: Life in Pittsburgh
Full Time position Listed on 2026-11-13
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 36 - 40 USD Hourly USD 36.00 40.00 HOUR

Job Description & How to Apply Below

Position: Industrial Field Service Technician (80% Travel)
Industrial Field Service Technician | Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic Troubleshooting | Travel

Salary: $36 - $40 per hour

A bit about us:

Join an established industrial equipment manufacturer as a Field Service Technician, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining specialized manufacturing machinery. This position requires approximately 80% travel, primarily domestic, with occasional travel to Mexico as needed. Technicians are typically home on weekends, although some projects may require extended travel lasting 1-2 weeks. Ideal candidates bring strong electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting experience.

Why join us?
  • Work with specialized industrial equipment supporting precision manufacturing operations.
  • Gain exposure to complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic technologies.
  • Enjoy a hands‑on position combining technical troubleshooting, machine installation, and customer interaction.
  • Work independently while collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and customer support teams.
  • Build technical expertise through exposure to different equipment and manufacturing environments.
Job Details Responsibilities:
  • Travel to customer facilities to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial machinery.
  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical control system issues.
  • Identify equipment failures, determine root causes, and develop effective repair solutions.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, equipment upgrades, and machine improvements.
  • Evaluate repair requirements, including necessary parts, resources, and estimated completion times.
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, engineering prints, and technical documentation.
  • Utilize diagnostic and precision measuring equipment, including multimeters, micrometers, calipers, and oscilloscopes.
  • Assist with machine assembly and equipment builds as needed.
  • Coordinate service schedules and communicate technical findings with customers and internal departments.
  • Document completed repairs, replacement parts, and service activities using Salesforce.
  • Prepare service reports, expense reports, and required documentation following customer visits.
  • Identify opportunities for replacement parts, tooling, and ongoing equipment support.
  • Travel to Mexico, as needed.
Qualifications:
  • Technical diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Technology, or a related field preferred.
  • Candidates without an engineering degree should have 3‑5 years of experience providing technical service to customers.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
  • Hands‑on experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Understanding of industrial electrical controls and how mechanical and electrical systems interact.
  • Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical prints.
  • Experience using hand tools, electrical diagnostic instruments, and precision measuring equipment.
  • Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently at customer facilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willingness and ability to travel 80% or more based on customer requirements.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds, reach overhead, and stoop to floor level.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • PLC troubleshooting or programming knowledge.
  • Experience servicing CNC machines, industrial automation equipment, or specialized manufacturing machinery.
  • Previous customer‑facing field service experience.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

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