Manufacturing & Field Service Technician

Manufacturing & Field Service Technician

We are seeking a Manufacturing Field Technician to support the production, testing, installation, and service of electrical control panels and related equipment. This role offers a unique blend of shop-based manufacturing work and field support, providing the opportunity to develop a broad range of technical skills while contributing to high-quality industrial solutions. If you enjoy building, troubleshooting, and seeing projects through from production to installation, we'd love to hear from you.

• Build and wire electrical control panels from engineering drawings and schematics.
• Mount electrical components and route wiring neatly, applying wire markers, terminal labels, and panel identification tags.
• Assemble cables using soldering and crimping techniques.
• Perform basic electrical testing and inspections on manufactured equipment.
• Verify workmanship, wiring accuracy, and compliance with quality standards.
• Assist with troubleshooting and correcting assembly issues.
• Support field installations, panel modifications, upgrades, and repairs.
• Travel to customer sites and manufacturing partners as needed.
• Assist with startup activities and equipment verification.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and inventory organization.
• Coordinate with off-site manufacturing partners to monitor project progress and maintain quality standards.
• Transport components, documentation, and project materials when required.
• Gather and prepare documentation for equipment manuals and instruction books.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles and components.
• Experience with soldering and crimping techniques.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• 2+ years of electrical panel building or industrial electrical assembly experience.
• Familiarity with industrial control panels, PLC systems, and automation equipment.
• Experience performing electrical testing and troubleshooting.
• Previous field service, installation, or manufacturing experience.

This role involves a combination of shop-based work and field support, including travel to customer sites and manufacturing partners. The candidate will work with technologies such as control panels, PLC systems, and automation equipment, utilizing hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices. The work environment values a high commitment to quality and attention to detail.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newnan, GA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Newnan, GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.

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