Job Description
The Field Service Technician will travel 70-80% of their time, primarily during the week from Monday to Friday. The role involves the start-up and commissioning of equipment, setting up networks in the plant, industrial networking, and PLC and HMI programming for water systems. The technician will ensure everything is running properly and troubleshoot any issues that arise. The equipment is primarily pre-programmed and built; the technician will support formal setup and installation, including making minor programming changes or modifications. If the candidate has strong programming skills, additional projects involving more programming will be available. When not traveling, the technician can work remotely or onsite at the Waunakee office. The candidate needs to be located near Madison/southern Wisconsin or northern Illinois.
ResponsibilitiesTravel 70-80% of the time, primarily during the week.Conduct start-up and commissioning of equipment.Set up networks in the plant, including industrial networking.Program and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs for water systems.Ensure equipment is running properly and troubleshoot issues.Support formal setup and installation of pre-programmed equipment.Make minor programming changes or modifications as necessary.Participate in additional programming projects if skills permit.Essential SkillsElectricalMechanicalTroubleshootingSchematic interpretationPneumaticsHand tool usageBlueprint readingWiringPreventive maintenanceField service experienceInstallation of automated equipmentPLC programmingPLC troubleshootingPLC controlPLC maintenancePLC installationAdditional Skills & QualificationsAssociate's Degree in Industrial Controls or Automation5+ years of experience in a field service/travel role5+ years of experience installing automated equipment5+ years of experience with troubleshooting automated equipment/PLCsIndustrial electrician experience is helpfulWork Environment
The Field Service Technician will work for a system integrator specializing in municipalities and wastewater, as well as electrical contracting for suppliers. The team supports building equipment in a UL panel shop and participates in public bids for municipal projects with engineering design processes. The role involves creating control panels for wastewater plants, motor control centers, setting up networks in plants, industrial networks, PLC and HMI programming, and radio telemetry networks. When not traveling, the technician can work remotely or at the office. The position includes a company vehicle equipped with necessary tools, state-limit per-diem for meals and hotels, a company credit card, and a gas card.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $124800.00
They will offer a company vehicle, tools and per-diem. typical benefits also include: 401k, 75% paid health insurance, 2-4 weeks of PTO depending on experience
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 21, 2024.
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