
Field Service Technician
Veteran Hiring Solutions
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Illinois • Wisconsin • United States
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Salary
💰 $20 - $25 per hour
About the role
- Diagnose and Resolve Mechanical Issues: Analyze high-speed centrifuge systems to detect vibration sources, misalignments, and wear.
- Repair and calibrate units across a wide range of equipment sizes.
- Execute Scheduled Field Visits: Travel 100% nationally (mostly Monday–Friday) to customer sites for preventive maintenance, repairs, and system upgrades.
- Complete work within 3–5 day service windows.
- Support Emergency Response: Respond to unscheduled breakdowns with flexibility and urgency.
- Work with the team to coordinate coverage without a fixed on-call rotation.
- Conduct In-House Rebuilds: When not traveling, support in-shop rebuilds of customer gearboxes.
- Perform inspections, quotes, and final reassembly before shipment.
- Participate in Hands-On Training: Shadow experienced techs in field and shop.
- Partner with sales and engineering on startup installs to understand system lifecycle fully.
- Represent the Company with Professionalism: Serve as a trusted advisor and on-site expert.
- Uphold the family-first culture through communication, integrity, and dependability.
Requirements
- Must have served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Reserves, or U.S. National Guard.
- Mechanical background (automotive, aviation, HVAC, industrial maintenance, etc.)
- Electrical troubleshooting basics (wiring diagrams, energized system safety)
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively
- Must supply personal tools (standard mechanic’s kit); specialty tools provided
- Prior military service in mechanical or technical fields a plus
Benefits
- Privately owned, people-first company with 35+ years of history
- Stable team with long employee tenure
- Hands-on training and mentorship
- Shop-based work when not traveling
- Occasional international travel opportunities
- All travel expenses covered
- Overtime and holiday premiums when applicable
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
mechanical troubleshootingelectrical troubleshootingvibration analysiscalibrationpreventive maintenancegearbox rebuildinginspectionssystem upgradeswiring diagramsenergized system safety
Soft skills
communicationintegritydependabilityprofessionalismflexibilityteam coordinationcustomer serviceurgencytrustworthinesshands-on training
Certifications
valid driver's license