Field Service Technician

Field Service TechnicianEmployment Type: Full-Time | 75% Travel | International AssignmentsAbout the RoleWe are seeking a Field Service Technician to serve as the face of our organization in the field, working directly with advanced, high-value capital equipment used by customers around the world. This industrial machinery company manufactures a wide spectrum of mixers, dryers, extruders, compounders, kneaders, reaction vessels, and centrifugal separation equipment for large or small scale manufacturing applications.This is a hands-on position for a mechanically minded problem solver who enjoys variety, learns quickly, and isn't afraid to get in the field and figure things out. If you have strong mechanical intuition, take pride in solving difficult problems, and genuinely enjoy traveling to new places and working with different customers, this opportunity may be a great fit.What You'll DoInstall, set up, commission, and optimize new, high-value industrial machinery at customer facilities.Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in the field.Identify root causes of equipment issues and execute accurate, effective corrective actions.Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and related technical documentation.Work directly with customer personnel to ensure equipment is operating safely, reliably, and according to specifications.Train and instruct customer personnel on equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting—from shop-floor operators to management and executive-level stakeholders.Complete accurate Field Service Reports documenting work performed, equipment conditions, findings, and recommendations.Travel approximately 75% of the time, typically for 3–5 days at a time.Required Qualifications3+ years of hands-on experience as a Mechanical Machinist, Millwright, Industrial Service Technician, or similar role.Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated technical problem-solving ability.Excellent blueprint and technical drawing reading skills.Practical experience troubleshooting:Mechanical systemsHydraulic systemsPneumatic systemsA strong curiosity and willingness to learn complex equipment and new technologies.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.The ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with people at all levels of a customer organization.A professional, self-directed approach to working independently in the field.Willingness and ability to travel approximately 75% of the time.Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport for occasional international travel.Key SkillsMechanical TroubleshootingHydraulic TroubleshootingPneumatic TroubleshootingBlueprint ReadingMechanical Aptitude & IntuitionEquipment CommissioningEquipment OptimizationRoot-Cause TroubleshootingCustomer CommunicationCustomer TrainingField ServiceTechnical ReportingWhy This Role?This isn't a position where you'll spend every day doing the same task in the same facility. You'll work with complex industrial equipment, solve real-world technical challenges, travel to customer sites, and interact with people across a wide range of industries and experience levels.You'll have the opportunity to continually expand your technical knowledge while becoming a trusted resource for customers who depend on our equipment to keep their operations running.If you are a hands-on technician who thrives on variety, problem-solving, travel, and learning, we'd like to hear from you.