Field Service Technician

Field Service Technician

Job Description

Responsible for coordinating projects, attending customer and vendor meetings, as well as the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of machinery used in industries such as automotive, aircraft, medical, and bridge construction. This position involves the sale and service of cold, warm, and hot forging presses and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and make modifications to machines accurately and efficiently.
• Install, assemble, and disassemble machines effectively.
• Clean parts and adjacent areas during repairs.
• Follow established tool procedures and maintain lockout/tagout locks for safety.
• Send, receive, and analyze customer interview sheets; perform thorough preventative maintenance and create reports within two weeks of service.
• Coordinate closely with the Sales Department and Office Staff on ongoing projects.
• Obtain approval from the Field Service Supervisor for all purchases.
• Suggest redesigns of accessory components and communicate with international teams upon approval.
• Ensure all necessary parts, tools, and travel arrangements are prepared before projects.
• Check and organize tools before leaving customer sites and upon returning to the shop.
• Accurately handle assembly and parts drawings, marking as needed.
• Use precise measurements while working on projects.
• Complete projects accurately and thoroughly.
• Refer to machine drawings consistently and report to the supervisor.
• Follow up with customers post-service and document results.
• Communicate effectively with customers and manage their expectations.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Proficiency in reading schematics, motors, and blueprints.
• Experience in pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Ability to travel up to 70% of the time.
• 2-3 years of experience in mechanical or electrical work.
• High level of mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and low voltage systems.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Teamwork experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with welding and fabrication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Bronze scraping skills.
• Experience with Mitsubishi PLCs, robotics, servo systems, CNC, welding, wiring, and cranes.

Why Work Here?

We offer comprehensive health and insurance benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, with premiums partially covered. Enjoy a SIMPLE IRA plan with matching contributions and a supportive, team-oriented environment. Benefit from a traveling position with a balance of in-house work, providing a tight-knit community and a temperature-controlled facility.

Work Environment

This role is a traveling position with travel up to about 80% of the time due to increased demand. When not traveling, you will work in a very nice temperature-controlled facility. The schedule is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. You will be provided with a laptop and desk space for in-house work and planning.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marion, OH.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/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 Marion,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 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.

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.