Field Service Technician

Adecco is Hiring: Field Service Technician

Westerly, RI | Direct Hire | $50,000–$75,000 Annually

Adecco is partnering with a leading employer in Westerly, RI, to hire a Field Service Technician ! This is an exciting opportunity for someone with mechanical assembly and troubleshooting experience who enjoys hands-on work, traveling to customer locations, and supporting the installation and servicing of industrial machinery.

Position Details

• Job Title: Field Service Technician

• Location: Westerly, RI

• Work Arrangement: On-site

• Employment Type: Direct Hire

• Salary: $50,000–$75,000 annually

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

• Travel: Approximately 20%–50%, including domestic and international assignments

• Travel Pay Incentive: Additional 30% hourly pay increase during field service travel

Position Summary

The Field Service Technician is responsible for assembling industrial machinery and subassemblies according to blueprints, schematics, and established specifications. This position also provides hands-on support with equipment installation, troubleshooting, acceptance testing, and operator training at customer locations.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical aptitude, experience with machinery assembly, and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems in both shop and field environments.

Key Responsibilities

Machinery Assembly & Testing

• Assemble industrial machinery and subassemblies according to drawings, procedures, and specifications.

• Drill, tap, ream, align, and secure machine components.

• Install moving components such as shafts, bearings, and levers, ensuring proper movement and operation.

• Install hydraulic hoses according to schematics.

• Route conduit and wiring and make electrical connections to specifications.

• Assemble major machine components and connect them to electrical enclosures.

• Power up equipment, verify motor rotation, and confirm proper operation of drives, logic controls, and HMI systems.

• Assist with equipment testing and perform acceptance testing according to customer requirements.

Field Service & Customer Support

• Travel to customer sites for equipment installations, service calls, and troubleshooting.

• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and equipment performance issues.

• Supervise rigging crews and assist with securing machinery during installation.

• Coordinate with licensed contractors for electrical and pneumatic connections.

• Train customers and operators on safe equipment setup, operation, and basic maintenance.

• Review maintenance procedures hands-on with qualified personnel.

• Complete detailed field service reports documenting work performed.

Education & Experience

Candidates should meet one of the following education and experience requirements:

• Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school; OR

• 6 months to 1 year of related experience and/or training; OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic schematics.

• Mechanical assembly and troubleshooting experience.

• Basic electrical wiring and industrial controls familiarity.

• Ability to understand safety rules, operating instructions, and technical procedures.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prepare routine reports and communicate effectively with customers and internal teams.

• Basic mathematical skills, including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

• Basic understanding of geometry and trigonometry.

• Ability to identify and solve practical problems in a hands-on environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan

• 401(k) employer matching

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Tuition reimbursement

Interested in This Opportunity?

If you enjoy working with industrial machinery, solving technical problems, and traveling to customer locations, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today to learn more about this direct-hire Field Service Technician opportunity in Westerly, RI!

Pay Details: $50,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year
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