Field Service Technician

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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Support Level 1 technicians, peers, senior technicians, coordinators, vendors, and managers to help work move forward
• 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
• 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
• Follow safety procedures while working around low- and medium-voltage equipment
• Technical associate degree, trade school, vocational training, military technical training, or equivalent field experience preferred
• 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: $32-$36 an hour based on experience
• Guaranteed 40Hrs a week
• Provide Quarterly On-Call pay in addition to salary
• Travel Pay and Pier Diem Provided
• Health Care (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Company Vehicle
• Retirement Plan with match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)