Field Service Technician
About the role
Are you a technical enthusiast, a hand-on person who likes travelling and the world of after sales? Do you have experience with custom electro-mechanical solutions or a passion for the electrified rail industry? This Field Service Engineer (or Technician) role is your opportunity to join a globally recognized manufacturer specialized in DC switchgear, power conversion systems, and traction power solutions for the rail industry. This dynamic role contains Field Service activities such as preventive & corrective maintenance, retrofits and commissioning activities, making it ideal for those with hands-on attitude, and a clear customer focus. We're looking for an all-rounder who can support our service organization in the USA. This will require you to collaborate with internal teams and our customers. If you're technically solid, like to travel and have a clear customer focus, we'd love to hear from you.
Work Environment & Physical Demands (U.S.-Based Field Service Engineer (or Technician)) Duties This role is primarily field-based and requires work in a variety of customer, industrial, and outdoor environments across the United States. The Field Service Technician must be able to safely perform duties under changing environmental and physical conditions, including but not limited to: Work performed both indoors and outdoors, with regular exposure to varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, wind, snow, and humidity; Accessing active industrial, utility, construction, rail, or substation environments, which may include uneven terrain, elevated platforms, confined spaces, and high-noise areas; Standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders or stairs, and working at heights for extended periods; Manual handling, positioning, and installation of equipment, tools, and components, including the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation; Use of hand tools, power tools, test equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and arc-rated clothing as required; Compliance with all applicable U.S. safety regulations, customer site requirements, and company safety policies, including lockout/tagout, electrical safety, and job hazard analysis procedures. This position requires a high degree of physical mobility, situational awareness, and adherence to safety practices while working independently in the field and traveling extensively between job sites.
Responsibilities
- Execute preventive and corrective maintenance activities at customer facilities according to Sécheron