Field Service Technician

Posted 19 days ago

new day executive searchDayton (OH)

Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance

SENIORITY

Senior

SALARY

$80,000 - $90,000 per year

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About the role

Field Service Technician – Industrial Equipment & Controls Dayton, OH | Full-Time | $80,000–$90,000 Are you an experienced Field Service Technician who enjoys solving complex equipment problems and working directly with customers? We are seeking a Field Service Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and support custom industrial equipment at customer facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong electrical and mechanical background who enjoys diagnosing problems, working independently, and seeing different equipment and applications. This is not a routine parts-replacement position. We are looking for a technician who can read schematics, troubleshoot industrial controls, identify the root cause of equipment problems, and get machinery back into operation.

What You'll Do:

Travel to customer facilities to troubleshoot, repair, and service industrial equipment
Diagnose electrical, controls, and mechanical problems
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled machinery and industrial automation systems
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings
Troubleshoot motors, drives, sensors, relays, switches, and other industrial components
Perform equipment startup, installation, testing, and commissioning
Identify root causes of equipment failures and determine appropriate repairs
Make electrical and mechanical adjustments or repairs in the field
Work with engineering and internal technical teams to resolve complex equipment issues
Communicate professionally with customers regarding equipment problems, repairs, and recommendations
Document service work and maintain accurate service records
Follow proper electrical and industrial safety procedures while working at customer locations

What We're Looking For:

Previous experience as a Field Service Technician, Controls Technician, Industrial Maintenance Technician, Automation Technician, Electrical Technician, or similar
Strong industrial electrical troubleshooting skills
Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment
Ability to read and troubleshoot from electrical schematics
Understanding of industrial electrical and control systems
Strong mechanical troubleshooting ability
Experience using electrical testing equipment such as multimeters
Ability to troubleshoot equipment independently in the field
Strong communication and customer service skills
Comfortable traveling to customer facilities as required
Valid driver's license
Preferred Experience
Allen-Bradley PLC experience
Siemens or Mitsubishi PLC experience
Industrial automation or custom machineryVFDs, motors, sensors, and industrial controls
Equipment installation and commissioning480V industrial electrical systems
Experience working directly with engineering or controls teams

What Makes Someone Successful HereThe strongest person for this position isn't necessarily someone who knows every piece of equipment on day one. We're looking for someone who understands how industrial equipment works and how to troubleshoot it systematically. You should be comfortable looking at a machine you've never seen before, reviewing the prints, talking with the customer, checking the electrical and mechanical systems, and working through the problem until you identify the cause.

Compensation & Benefits:

$80,000–$90,000, based on experience
Full-time position
Competitive benefits package
Stable, growing industrial organization
Opportunity to work with a variety of custom equipment and technologies
Long-term career opportunity with an experienced engineering and manufacturing team
Apply today with your current resume for consideration.

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