Field Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Field Technician

Job Description

The Field Technician services, repairs, and assembles pumps and valves in both shop and industrial power plant environments. This role combines hands-on mechanical work with field travel, using a variety of hand and air tools to support valve and pump maintenance and installation.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair valves and pumps using basic hand and air tools such as impact wrenches, air grinders, drills, and torches.
• Disassemble pumps and valves, inspect components, and perform mechanical repairs and adjustments as needed.
• Perform mechanical helper duties in the shop, supporting technicians with assembly, disassembly, and general maintenance tasks.
• After training, travel into the field with a lead technician to perform valve and pump assembly and service work in power plants.
• Assist with installation and service of mechanical equipment in industrial settings, following safety procedures and work instructions.
• Handle physically demanding tasks, including lifting, moving, and positioning tools and equipment in shop and field environments.
• Use mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot basic issues with valves, pumps, and related components under guidance.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Follow all safety protocols and site rules while working in loud, dirty, and industrial power plant environments.
• Be available for flexible work hours, including longer shifts during outages and occasional on-call weekend work.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience using hand and power tools in a mechanical, construction, military, or similar environment.
• At least 2 years of experience performing physical labor in industrial, construction, service, or related settings.
• At least 1 year of mechanical work experience in areas such as automotive, service, or manufacturing.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to learn valve and pump service procedures.
• Ability to use basic hand and air tools, including impact wrenches, air grinders, drills, and torches.
• Willingness and ability to travel to field locations and work in industrial power plants.
• Capability to work flexible hours, including early morning starts, extended 12-hour days during outages, and some on-call weekend shifts.
• Comfort working in loud, dirty, and physically demanding environments.
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and ability to follow directions from lead technicians and supervisors.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing organization that offers clear upward mobility and rewards skill development rather than seniority. Once you transition to a permanent role, the company invests in your professional growth by paying for valve technician certifications and providing a raise for each certification you earn. This structure allows you to increase your earnings and responsibilities in a relatively short time, without waiting many years for advancement. You benefit from a culture that values hard work, mechanical aptitude, and continuous learning, providing a long-term career path in the pump and valve service industry.

Work Environment

You work primarily in a shop environment where you will get dirty and handle hands-on mechanical tasks. The role also requires travel to industrial power plants, mainly in regions such as Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia, where you work in loud, dirty, and highly industrial settings. You spend time in a valve shop as well as in the field during outages and maintenance periods. Work hours are flexible, with typical days running from approximately 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, and extended 12-hour shifts during outages. Some weekend on-call work is required. The environment is physically demanding, focused on practical mechanical work, and requires appropriate work attire suitable for dirty industrial and shop conditions.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

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.

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 Louisville,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

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.