Field Service Specialist — Welding & Blasting Systems

Why this role

• Earn $20–$27/hr base, with the ability to increase earnings during field rotations.
• Approx. 70% local warehouse/shop work, 30% travel to field sites.
• Field rotations run 7/12s with straight time, overtime, and double-time on Sundays and Holidays.
• Average total annual earnings around $70K (local + field work combined).

What you’ll tackle

• Keep welding, gouging, and blasting systems operational—repair, test, calibrate, and prep for deployment.
• Install and stage overlay equipment on site with a focus on safety, efficiency, and clean work areas.
• Verify equipment runs within safe parameters to deliver quality weld overlay results.
• Maintain equipment logs and site inventories; manage consumables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Train and support welding and NDE personnel on proper equipment usage and positioning.
• Follow all safety policies, regulations, and safe work practices without exception.
• Hit quality and productivity targets while meeting project schedules.
• Use original equipment checklists to account for and properly store gear; tag/report any missing or defective items.
• Assist craft teams (welders, laborers) as needed on project tasks.
• Contribute to warehouse repairs, testing, fabrication R&D, and general duties when not traveling.
• Collaborate effectively with teammates and customers.

Who succeeds here

• Hands-on doers with 1+ year preferred in weld overlay and/or industrial construction.
• Operators comfortable with common welding tools and equipment.
• Clear communicators (written and verbal) who document accurately.
• PC-literate techs who can work in MS Excel and standard software.
• Instruction-followers who take direction from written and verbal guidance.
• Flexible schedulers ready for variable hours.
• Professionals who uphold ethics, company policies, and employment screening requirements.

The realities

• Physical: stand, walk, climb ladders/scaffolding for long periods; bend, stoop, push, carry; maneuver up to 100 lbs.
• Environment: heavy construction/maintenance sites with changing weather; confined, noisy areas; elevated heat and humidity.
• Tools & settings: warehouse, shop, and industrial field sites; company vehicles; laptops; cell phones; radios; potential heavy equipment; varied industry tools.

Travel & schedule

• Domestic and international travel as projects arise (USA, Canada, and other countries).
• Current US Passport and valid driver’s license highly recommended.
• Field work typically on 7-12s; ST/OT/DT applies (DT = double-time on Sundays and Holidays).
• Travel is a firm requirement when needed for field work.