Service Technician

Service Technician

The Field Service Technician installs, diagnoses, repairs, and maintains fertilizer handling equipment, including blenders, mixers, bucket elevators, conveyors, rotary drums, and related components. This role works primarily at customer sites, ensuring equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably in demanding agricultural and industrial environments. The position involves frequent travel, hands-on mechanical and welding work, and detailed inspection and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and operational issues on fertilizer equipment such as drag conveyors, elevator legs, blenders, valves, floor and tower components, and related systems.
• Adjust, maintain, and repair equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation in the field.
• Operate and inspect equipment at customer locations to identify problems, excessive wear, and potential failures.
• Examine equipment for damage, excessive wear, and misalignment, and determine appropriate repair methods.
• Troubleshoot and repair air systems associated with fertilizer handling equipment.
• Perform MIG welding on broken or worn parts to restore equipment functionality and structural integrity.
• Test equipment after repairs or adjustments to verify proper operation and performance.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform routine preventive maintenance on mechanical components and systems.
• Document all service activities by logging and maintaining accurate equipment service records.
• Travel to customer sites, primarily agricultural co-ops and farm locations, to perform on-site service and support.
• Operate a company vehicle safely and in compliance with all applicable regulations while traveling to and from job sites.
• Follow all safety procedures and use appropriate tools and equipment when working at heights, on ladders, or in elevated areas.
• Lift, move, and position parts and equipment as needed to complete repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Communicate effectively with customers and internal teams regarding equipment status, required repairs, and recommended maintenance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support field service operations.

Essential Skills

• Proven welding experience, including MIG welding, for repair of mechanical components.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience working with industrial or agricultural equipment.
• Experience with maintenance, repair, and inspection of conveyors, bucket elevators, and related material handling equipment.
• Ability to travel a minimum of 60% of the time, with seasonal variation that may increase travel demands.
• Ability to perform work independently at customer locations with minimal supervision.
• Capability to operate a company vehicle and maintain a clean driving record.
• Ability to meet all applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, including passing a DOT physical and participating in annual and random drug testing, as required.
• Comfort working at heights and the ability to climb stairs and ladders to access elevated work areas.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and use hands frequently to handle tools, parts, and equipment.
• Ability to lift and move up to 75 pounds on a regular basis.
• Capacity to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl when required to access equipment and components.
• Strong visual acuity, including close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Effective verbal communication skills to interact with customers and team members.
• Ability to work safely in environments with moderate noise levels and active industrial equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a maintenance technician or field service technician in an industrial, agricultural, or manufacturing setting.
• Conveyor maintenance and mechanical inspection.
• Familiarity with routine preventive maintenance practices for rotating and material handling equipment.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting equipment for wear, damage, and safety concerns.
• Ability to maintain organized and accurate service records and documentation.
• Self-motivated approach with strong problem-solving skills in the field.
• Comfort using basic hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment in a variety of environments.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that supports hands-on, field-based work and values technical expertise in a specialized industry. You will work with robust, purpose-built equipment and have the opportunity to see the direct impact of your skills at customer sites. The organization provides the tools and resources you need to perform your job effectively, including a company vehicle for travel and full reimbursement of approved travel expenses charged to your own credit card. You can expect a culture that emphasizes safety, reliability, and professionalism, with the flexibility and variety that comes from working in different locations and environments.

Work Environment

This role is primarily field-based, with travel typically ranging from 50% to 75% of the job, varying by season and service demand. You will travel to agricultural co-ops and farm locations and use a company vehicle for these trips. While on the road, you will charge travel-related costs to your personal credit card and receive 100% reimbursement for approved expenses. Work is performed at customer sites around fertilizer handling equipment, which may involve climbing stairs and ladders and working at heights.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chaska, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr. Laid back environment Per diem Good benefits Opportunity for growth

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Chaska, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.

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