Field Operations Technician I - Product Engineering Support

Epitec Staffing
  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • $41–$44 Per Hour
  • Instant Apply
4 days ago

Job Description

Title: Field Operations Technician
Location: Cedar Falls, Iowa
Details: Contract with ongoing need, opportunity for direct hire, fully onsite role
Pay Rate: $41.00 – 44.00/hr. with benefit inclusions

Job Summary
We are seeking a Product Support Representative to provide advanced technical support for field teams, channel partners, and customers by diagnosing and resolving complex equipment issues. This role serves as a technical resource for product support, engineering, and quality teams while helping develop the diagnostic and customer support capabilities of channel partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in diesel engine systems, electrical diagnostics, and advanced troubleshooting, with experience supporting agricultural, heavy equipment, or OEM products.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the troubleshooting and resolution of complex product issues using established problem resolution processes, advanced diagnostic techniques, and available technical resources.
  • Analyze technical data from multiple sources to identify root causes and drive effective corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams to resolve product performance and reliability concerns.
  • Develop and document technical solutions, support materials, and service communications for field teams and channel partners.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to field service personnel and channel partners to strengthen diagnostic and customer support capabilities.
  • Support the validation and implementation of production updates and engineering improvements.
  • Assist with identifying, gathering, and coordinating parts required for product updates and corrective actions.
  • Utilize technical diagnostic systems and proprietary software tools to evaluate equipment performance and troubleshoot failures.
  • Travel periodically throughout the United States and Canada to support field issue resolution, machine updates, and technical investigations (approximately 10-20% travel).
  • Maintain accurate documentation of findings, corrective actions, and technical recommendations.

Years of Experience and Education
  • Associate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering Technology, Diesel Power Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Technology Management, or a related technical discipline.
  • Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant work experience will be considered.
  • Experience supporting diesel-powered equipment, agricultural equipment, heavy equipment, or related mobile machinery preferred.
  • Recent graduates from Agricultural Technology, Diesel Technology, or similar technical programs are encouraged to apply.
  • Prior experience as a dealership technician, OEM technician, field service technician, or product support technician is highly desirable.

Skills Required
  • Strong understanding of diesel engine diagnostics and troubleshooting.
  • Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical systems and electronic controls.
  • Knowledge of aftertreatment and emissions-related systems.
  • Familiarity with battery electric vehicle (BEV) systems and technologies.
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
  • Experience using diagnostic tools, software applications, and electronic service systems.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause investigation skills.
  • Ability to analyze technical data and make informed recommendations.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams.
  • Ability to quickly learn and utilize proprietary diagnostic software and support applications.
  • Experience supporting agricultural, construction, off-road, or heavy equipment products preferred.
  • Strong customer service mindset with the ability to work effectively with field teams, dealers, and customers.

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Numbers & Facts

LocationCedar Falls, IA
Salary$41–$44 Per Hour

Skills

  • Agricultural Equipmentunmatched
  • Agricultureunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Channel Supportunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Construction Supportunmatched
  • Corrective Actionunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Data Analysisunmatched
  • Diagnostics Solutions/Softwareunmatched
  • Diesel Engineunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Electric Motorunmatched
  • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
  • Electrical Wiringunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Heavy Equipment/Vehiclesunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Internet/Online Serviceunmatched
  • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
  • Manufacturing Technologyunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Mobile Plant/Equipmentunmatched
  • OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)unmatched
  • On Site Supportunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Product Engineeringunmatched
  • Product Supportunmatched
  • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Software Administrationunmatched
  • Software Evaluationunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Analysisunmatched
  • Technical Leadershipunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Technical Writingunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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