We are seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to provide
on-site troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and commissioning of industrial
electrical control panels, motor control systems, and related automation
equipment. This position involves traveling to customer facilities to diagnose
electrical and control system issues, perform repairs, and ensure equipment operates
safely and reliably.
Responsibilities
- Travel to customer facilities to troubleshoot, service,
repair, and maintain industrial electrical control panels and motor
control systems.
- Diagnose electrical and control system failures involving
motor starters, contactors, relays, VFDs, soft starters, PLCs, and related
components.
- Perform electrical testing, wiring repairs, component
replacements, and system modifications on industrial control equipment.
- Support installation, startup, commissioning, and functional
testing of new and existing control panels and motor control systems.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams,
panel layouts, and technical documentation to identify and resolve
equipment issues.
- Troubleshoot AC/DC motor controls, power distribution
circuits, sensors, and industrial automation equipment.
- Perform preventive maintenance, system inspections, and
operational testing to improve equipment reliability and minimize
downtime.
- Coordinate with engineering, production, and customer
personnel to resolve technical issues and recommend repairs or equipment
upgrades.
- Document service activities, troubleshooting findings,
repairs, and recommendations through detailed field service reports.
- Follow applicable electrical safety procedures, including
lockout/tagout and NFPA 70E requirements.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial electrical
maintenance, field service, controls troubleshooting, or a related
technical role.
- Strong understanding of industrial electrical control panels,
motor controls, and electrical power distribution systems.
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting electrical components,
control circuits, motor starters, relays, contactors, and VFDs.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring
diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Experience using multimeters and other electrical diagnostic
and testing equipment.
- Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, industrial automation systems,
and control panel wiring.
- Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and industrial electrical safety
practices.
- Experience with UL 508A industrial control panels preferred.
- Technical degree, associate degree, or vocational training in
Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Automation, or a related
field preferred.
- Strong troubleshooting, communication, and customer service
skills with the ability to work independently in the field.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to customer
facilities as required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Employment Eligibility: If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.