Field Service Technician III - Remote, Traveling Position

About the role

Every day is different, every challenge is unique, and your work truly matters. You’ll be the face of a premium brand trusted across the refinishing industry, installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining our industry-leading paint booths and finishing systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and upgrade complex mechanical and electrical equipment
• Program and commission VFDs, PLCs, and HMIs to keep systems running at peak performance
• Guide contractors through the installation and wiring of control systems, including temperature, humidity, combustible gas, and other critical sensors
• Solve equipment issues using advanced diagnostic tools and get customers back up and running with confidence
• Lead classroom and hands-on training for customers while mentoring junior technicians
• Implement field improvements to controls, electrical systems, air replacement equipment, and other mechanical components
• Partner with the Engineering team to turn real-world feedback into product enhancements

Qualifications

• An Associate's degree in a technical field and 6–8 years of hands-on experience troubleshooting industrial equipment
• A strong understanding of electrical controls, PLCs, mechanical systems, and industrial equipment
• A natural ability to troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical systems and solve problems in the field with confidence
• Experience making field modifications to electrical controls and mechanical systems to improve equipment performance
• Strong customer service and communication skills—enjoy building relationships and helping customers succeed
• The ability to clearly document service work and complete accurate reports in a timely manner
• A passion for sharing knowledge by coaching and training junior technicians in the field
• Experience safely operating forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and other industrial equipment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and other standard business software
• Fall Protection and Electrical Safety training or certification (preferred)
• Experience working in confined spaces and following all applicable safety procedures

Benefits

Competitive pay, performance incentives, 401(k) with profit sharing, and great benefits. You’ll make a real impact supporting businesses across North America and shaping the future of finishing technology. You’ll join a great team growing together, celebrating together, and building lasting value together.

Pay

Pay Range: $34.32 – $43.20 per hour, based on your experience, skills, and qualifications. Bonus Eligibility: This position is eligible for an annual individual incentive based on company performance. Maximum bonus amounts may vary depending on role.

Benefits

Eligible for standard company benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off, and other employee programs. More detailed information is available at 2026 GFS Benefits.

About GFS

Global Finishing Solutions is the leading manufacturer of paint booths and finishing systems serving automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, marine, military, rail, trucking, and wood finishing markets. We specialize in building custom solutions that meet each customer’s unique needs—and we do it with a team that thrives on collaboration and innovation because we're different.

Note to recruiters

GFS only works with agencies that have signed a contract with our HR team. Resumes sent directly to hiring managers without a prior agreement are considered unsolicited and the property of GFS. Placement fees will not be paid without a formal contract.