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Field Service Technican

HITEC Power Protection · San Francisco, CA · 2 days ago
On-siteManufacturing$30–$50/hrFull-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Preventive Maintenance & Field Execution
    • Execute assigned Quarterly, Semi-Annual, and Annual Preventive Maintenance activities on HITEC systems with moderate supervision or support as required
    • Perform electrical and mechanical inspections including rotating machine components, flywheel, couplings, sensors, batteries, filters, cooling system checks, torque procedures, and related service activities
    • Perform basic generator/engine inspections such as meter testing, fluid checks, belts, hoses, leaks, and visual condition checks. Deep engine/generator repairs remain performed by approved third-party vendors unless otherwise directed
    • Support corrective maintenance, emergency service, installation, overhaul, and project-related field activities
    • Prepare for assigned jobs by reviewing scope, procedures, parts, tools, PPE, documentation, travel plans, and customer requirements
  • Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
    • Perform basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting using single-line diagrams, schematics, drawings, procedures, diagnostic tools, and technical documentation
    • Use monitoring, SCADA, PLC interfaces, QMS, logs, alarms, and operational status information to support troubleshooting with or without helpdesk assistance
    • Perform first-line fault analysis and escalate complex issues to the HITEC Helpdesk, Senior Technician, Field Service Manager, or other designated support resources
    • Demonstrate calm, methodical troubleshooting by stopping, thinking, verifying documentation, and understanding potential consequences before acting
    • Use the correct tool for the correct task and maintain awareness of workmanship quality
  • Customer Communication & Professional Representation
    • Communicate clearly with onsite customer representatives regarding findings, job status, delays, recommendations, and next steps within assigned authority
    • Represent HITEC professionally at all customer locations through conduct, appearance, preparedness, communication, and care for the customer site
    • Maintain awareness that customer confidence is strongly influenced by communication, professionalism, cleanliness, and follow-through
    • Demonstrate confidence without arrogance and seek support when additional technical or customer communication assistance is required
  • Reporting, Documentation & Operational Discipline
    • Complete service reports, checklists, photos, timecards, logs, expenses, and required documentation accurately and within required timelines
    • Follow HITEC documentation, JSOX, quality, safety, and internal reporting requirements
    • Maintain clean and organized work areas, vehicles, tools, test equipment, and job materials
    • Report daily progress, job quality, issues, risks, and completion status to the Field Service Manager or designated Service leadership
    • Support coordination with vendors by observing, documenting, and verifying completion of assigned vendor activities when directed
  • Teamwork & Department Support
    • Support Level 1 technicians, peers, senior technicians, coordinators, vendors, and managers to help work move forward
    • Supports the onboarding and development of less experienced technicians through professionalism, teamwork, knowledge sharing, and positive field support during OJT activities
    • Contribute to a department-first culture where success is based on service execution, customer support, and company reputation rather than individual recognition
    • Demonstrate integrity and professionalism when work is missed, delayed, or reassigned; help resolve the issue without blame or negativity
    • Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Service organization

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Valid driver's license required; must meet company driving requirements
  • Ability and willingness to travel frequently, including short notice travel when required
  • Minimum 6 months to 2 years of related electrical/mechanical maintenance, field service, military technical, industrial equipment, or equivalent experience preferred; equivalent training and demonstrated capability may be considered
  • Basic electrical background and/or mechanical knowledge required
  • Ability to read and interpret basic single-line diagrams, schematics, drawings, and technical documents
  • Ability to perform basic troubleshooting under moderate supervision
  • Strong communication, reporting, and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently at remote customer sites with support and escalation resources available
  • Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, emergency support, and on-call assignments as business needs require
  • Ability to follow safety procedures while working around low- and medium-voltage equipment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Technical associate degree, trade school, vocational training, military technical training, or equivalent field experience
  • Experience with power generation equipment, generators, switchgear, controls, rotating equipment, industrial machines, or mission-critical systems
  • Familiarity with PLC interfaces, SCADA/monitoring systems, schematics, electrical troubleshooting, and service reporting systems
  • Prior customer-facing field service experience
  • Demonstrated history of reliability, preparedness, initiative, professional communication, and willingness to learn
  • Completion of HITEC Level 0 and Level 1 training or equivalent internal onboarding requirements

Benefits

  • Pay Range $30-$50 an hour based on experience
  • Guaranteed 40Hrs a week
  • Quarterly On-Call pay in addition to salary
  • Travel Pay and Per Diem Provided
  • Health Care (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Company Vehicle
  • Retirement Plan with match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)

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