Field Technician

Job Title: Field Technician

Job Description

The Field Technician supports nationwide, short-term projects lasting 1 to 4 weeks, installing and applying abrasion-resistant products and industrial wear solutions at customer sites across a variety of power, construction, manufacturing, and industrial facilities. This role uses company-provided power tools and hand tools, works closely with a small team, and requires frequent travel and a strong willingness to learn, work extended hours, and adapt to changing job sites and conditions.

Example during their busy season, their field service techs averaged 48 nights away from home in a 4 month span, highest was 78 nights and the lowest was 31 nights

Responsibilities

• Travel across the country by plane and truck to complete 1–4 week field projects at customer sites.
• Install and apply various abrasion-resistant products and industrial wear solutions to client equipment and structures.
• Use a wide range of hand tools and power tools provided by the company to perform mechanical and installation tasks safely and efficiently.
• Work in diverse industrial environments, including construction, manufacturing, cement plants, power generation plants, steel facilities, mining operations, and agricultural facilities.
• Collaborate closely with a crew of 4–6 team members, maintaining clear communication and coordination throughout each project.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including OSHA and MSHA standards, to ensure a safe work environment for yourself and the team.
• Stay on task, follow supervisor instructions, and complete assigned work within project timelines and quality standards.
• Adapt to working in a variety of environmental conditions, including heat, cold, dust, and noisy industrial settings.
• Perform general labor and construction-related duties such as material handling, basic mechanical work, and site cleanup as needed.
• Contribute to welding, concrete, and cement-related tasks when required, depending on project scope and your skill set.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, teammates, and site personnel to report progress, issues, and safety concerns.
• Work in the shop when not traveling to support ongoing projects, maintain equipment, and ensure consistent weekly hours.

Essential Skills

• Experience in skilled trades such as construction, concrete, cement, welding, or general mechanical work.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively in an industrial or construction environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently across the country by plane and truck for 1–4 week assignments.
• Comfort working long hours and maintaining focus on tasks in a fast-paced, project-based setting.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work closely with a crew of 4–6 people on job sites.
• Effective verbal communication skills to coordinate work and follow instructions from supervisors.
• Commitment to safety practices and willingness to follow OSHA and MSHA guidelines.
• Physical ability to perform general labor, including lifting, bending, standing for extended periods, and working in varied weather conditions.
• Motivated, “go-getter” attitude with eagerness to learn new skills and take on challenging work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in concrete, cement, welding, or construction is highly beneficial.
• Experience with MIG welding is a plus.
• OSHA 10 certification is an asset.
• MSHA certification is a plus; candidates will receive MSHA training and certification before traveling if they are not already certified.
• Bilingual abilities are preferred and considered an advantage on diverse job sites.
• Prior experience working in industrial environments such as cement plants, power generation plants, steel facilities, mining operations, or agricultural plants is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers extensive travel with hotels and transportation arranged, plus a daily Visa card allowance for each travel and working day. You receive your own hotel room while on the road, ensuring comfort and privacy. When not traveling, you can work in the shop to maintain steady weekly hours and income. The organization supports skill development through formal safety and MSHA training and provides clear pathways for pay increases after conversion. You join a team-oriented culture that values hard work, reliability, and continuous learning in a dynamic industrial environment.

Work Environment

The role is primarily field-based, with frequent travel to industrial job sites across the country. Field Technicians work in cement plants, power generation facilities, steel plants, mining operations, agricultural facilities, and other construction and manufacturing environments. You will work in small crews of 4–6 people and use a variety of power tools and hand tools provided by the company. The job requires working in the elements, including exposure to both hot summer conditions and cold fall and winter temperatures, as well as dusty, noisy industrial settings. The busy season occurs in the fall and winter, and extended hours are common during peak periods. When not on the road, you will work in a shop environment that supports ongoing projects and equipment preparation.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Liberty, MO.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/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 Liberty,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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.