Field Service Representative
Career Area
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About the Role
Installs, maintains and troubleshoots equipment at the customer's location using a set of tools, parts and technical diagrams. Customer service assignments include on-site preventive maintenance and inspection service work, call-out services and commissioning activities on turbomachinery and package systems.
Responsibilities
- Use a variety of test equipment to diagnose and identify malfunctions and may refer to schematics and manufacturers' specifications that provide instructions on how to locate problems with guidance of experienced field service personnel and/or supervisor.
- Under supervision use hand tools, gauges and instruments to analyze, repair or replace faulty parts. Utilize digital tools and systems.
- Observe and check for common causes of trouble, such as dirty or defective components, cleaning and lubricating equipment with guidance of experienced field service personnel and/or supervisor.
- Under supervision perform routine installations and making adjustments to equipment as appropriate within normal procedures.
Requirements
- Pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screen and a physical fitness evaluation.
- Clean Driving Record (this includes no moving violations within the last 12 months, no "2 point" violations within the last 3 years, and no DUIs within the last 7 years).
- Successfully complete physical exam and obtain OGUK (offshore) certification by Solar-approved physician.
- Able to obtain a legal Transportation Worker's Identification Credential.
Qualifications
Candidates must live or relocate to the greater Houston area for this position.
Skills
- Service Excellence
- Initiative
- Problem Solving
- Mechanical Maintenance - Power Supply
- Mechanical Maintenance (Oil and Gas)
- Safety (Oil and Gas)
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
- Troubleshooting Technical Problems
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation Packages (65k-85k not including OT)
- Travel, Company Truck, Gas Card, Meals/Lodging ALL included
- Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
- 401(k) Savings Plan including company match
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Parental leave
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
- Career Development
Pay
Compensation packages range from $65,000 to $85,000 annually, not including overtime.
Schedule
The schedule for this role is typically full-time, with some travel required.
Application Instructions
At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Posting Dates: July 1, 2026 - July 14, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.