Field Service Technician​/Engineer

Levels II–III | 100% Travel | Hourly + OTOpEx Service, LLC $30 – $45/hour (based on experience) + overtime

Typical earnings: $75,000 – $110,000+ depending on hours worked.

Location:

Must live near a major airport (WI, MN, AR, TN preferred)

If you like being in the field, solving real problems, and working on real production equipment—this is that kind of role.

We support customers in the steel fabrication industry, working on CNC machines, lasers, and automation systems that keep shops running.

You’ll be traveling to customer sites across the U.S., installing, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment. Every week is different, and you’ll be the go-to technical expert when something isn’t working.

• Install and start up CNC machines, lasers, and automation systems at customer sites
• Diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and control issues
• Work with PLCs, servo systems, I/O, and industrial networking
• Read schematics and troubleshoot down to root cause
• Get machines back up and running as quickly as possible
• Train operators and maintenance teams when needed
• Document work and communicate clearly with customers and internal teams
• Handle the toughest troubleshooting jobs (senior level)
• Help train and support other engineers (senior level)
• Be the escalation point when things get complicated (senior level)
• Fast‑paced environment with changing schedules
• Work in real steel fabrication shops (not clean lab environments)
• Travel‑heavy lifestyle with independence in the field

• 3–5+ years (Level II) or 8+ years (Senior) of field service or industrial equipment experience
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with CNC machines, PLCs (Allen Bradley is a plus), and automation systems
• Ability to read schematics and work independently in the field
• Willingness to travel frequently across the U.S.

• Welding equipment or processes
• Laser cutting systems
• Robotics or automated manufacturing systems

• High travel role – for people who don’t want to sit behind a desk
• Hands‑on work – real troubleshooting, not just swapping parts
• Autonomy – you’re trusted to figure it out and get the job done
• Overtime eligible – you get paid for the hours you work
• Variety – different shops, different equipment, different challenges

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and work safely around industrial equipment
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• OSHA‑approved hard hat
• Ratchet sets in 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" drive sizes
• Inch and metric socket sets (6‑point and 12‑point)
• Extension bars and adapters
• UL‑listed multimeter rated for 600 VAC
• Precision/control screwdriver set
• Combination wrench sets in both standard and metric sizes
• Flashlight
• Standard screwdriver set
• Metric and standard L‑key/Allen wrench sets
• Hammer
• Tape measure
• Cordless drill and impact driver
• O‑ring pick set
• Torx key set
• Adjustable wrenches
• Driver bit set including screwdriver, Allen, and Torx bits
• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection
• High‑visibility vest or shirt (as required by site rules)
• Any additional PPE required by the customer’s facility policies

OpEx Service, LLC supports manufacturers across the U.S. by installing, servicing, and troubleshooting CNC machines, lasers, and automation equipment in the steel fabrication industry. Our team is hands‑on in the field, helping customers keep their equipment running and their shops productive.