1st Shift Field Service Technician

Job Description

Job Description

1st Shift - Field Service Technician - 40% Travel

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated 1st Shift Field Service Technician to provide on-site technical expertise for our customers, focusing on the installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repair of industrial pneumatic conveying, exhaust, and exhaust filtration systems. This role requires approximately 40% travel to customer facilities across the United States, with time spent at our Canton facility when not traveling.

Responsibilities:

• Travel to customer facilities throughout the United States to install, commission, troubleshoot, and repair industrial equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency service work on pneumatic conveying systems, exhaust systems, and filtration equipment.
• Diagnose and repair components including industrial blowers, cyclone receivers, elbow receivers, diverter valves, vacuum systems, motors, and related equipment.
• Lead equipment startups and system commissioning activities, ensuring proper airflow rates, mechanical functionality, and operational performance.
• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics, ladder diagrams, and P&ID drawings.
• Assist with assembly, wiring, and testing of equipment and control panels at the Canton facility when not traveling.
• Train customer operators and maintenance personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Document service work, inspections, repairs, and startup activities.
• Maintain a professional relationship with customers while serving as the primary field representative of the company.
• Follow all company and customer safety standards while working in industrial manufacturing environments.

Essential Skills:

• 3+ years of field service, industrial maintenance, installation, or mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, or industrial production equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 40% of the time.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with pneumatic conveying systems.
• Experience with industrial exhaust or filtration systems.
• Familiarity with PLC and HMI troubleshooting.
• Experience wiring electrical control panels from ladder diagrams.
• Manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or field service.
• Experience working in food processing, industrial manufacturing, or material handling environments.
• Ability to quickly learn new equipment and technologies.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable and growing company with over 70 years of experience in the industry. Benefit from cross-training opportunities and a strong operating profit bonus, which has been significant over the past three years. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) match, an 80/20 plan for medical coverage, HSA, and paid time off. Additionally, take advantage of uniform cost sharing and retain all travel loyalty rewards.

Work Environment:

Work in a safe, clean, and well-lit environment specializing in industrial exhaust systems and pneumatic conveying systems, primarily serving food manufacturing and metal processing facilities. Enjoy a laid-back, smaller family environment with a strong focus on work-life balance, minimal overtime, and comfortable working conditions throughout the year.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Canton, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

70 years in Business in a Stable Environment Growing Company Great position to Cross Train and learn new skills Strong Operating Profit Bonus - very good the last 3 years 401(k) Match 80/20 Plan for Medical- Match $1500 for Single Coverage - Match $3000 for Family Coverage HSA PTO/Vacation - After 1 year go to 2 weeks + 2 Personal Days - After 5 years get 3 weeksPay 50% of the cost for uniforms

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Canton,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.