Field Technician
Astro Pak · Fairfield, CA · 1 mo ago
Engineering$20–$21/hrFull-time
About the role
Astro Pak is seeking motivated individuals to join our field service team. As an Associate Field Technician, you will travel to various cutting-edge facilities across the country, performing specialized chemical cleaning and passivation tasks. This role offers extensive travel, hands-on work, and rapid skill development.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate specialized equipment for chemical cleaning and passivation
- Safely handle process chemicals such as citric acid and caustics
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow strict safety and compliance procedures
- Load, transport, and unload project equipment and materials
- Drive company vehicles to job sites (vans, trucks, forklifts)
- Perform hands-on work in a variety of environments (indoors, outdoors, rooftops)
- Maintain organized workspaces aligned with 5S/CEO standards
- Complete OSHA and internal safety training
- Support mission-critical customer facilities across the country
Requirements
- Valid Class C driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Real ID or Passport required for air travel
- Medical DOT certificate
- Strong math skills (ratios, percentages)
- Comfortable using mobile technology and basic programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Fluent in English with strong communication skills
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in PPE in changing environments
- Willingness to work night shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Technical schooling or trade certification
- OSHA / HAZWOPER / Confined Space certifications
- Field service or hazardous chemical handling experience
Skills
- Mechanically inclined
- Adaptable to new environments
- Safety-focused
- Excited about travel and hands-on work
- Builds long-term technical career
Benefits
- Paid training and certifications
- Travel opportunities at advanced manufacturing and technology facilities
- Career growth potential into senior technical roles, trainers, or leadership positions
- Team culture with experienced professionals in a safety-first, supportive environment
- Competitive benefits including highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and family leave, travel stipend, training and development opportunities, flexible spending accounts, and more
Pay
The pay for this position typically has a starting rate of $20-$21. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Schedule
80%+ travel nationwide, 30–50% night shift work, Overtime, weekends, holidays, and short-notice travel may be required.
Benefits
- Paid training and certifications
- Travel opportunities at advanced manufacturing and technology facilities
- Career growth potential into senior technical roles, trainers, or leadership positions
- Team culture with experienced professionals in a safety-first, supportive environment
- Competitive benefits including highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and family leave, travel stipend, training and development opportunities, flexible spending accounts, and more
Why Join Astro Pak?
- Paid training and certifications
- Travel opportunities at advanced manufacturing and technology facilities
- Career growth potential into senior technical roles, trainers, or leadership positions
- Team culture with experienced professionals in a safety-first, supportive environment
- Competitive benefits including highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and family leave, travel stipend, training and development opportunities, flexible spending accounts, and more