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Overview

The Field Service Technician role involves providing hands-on technical support for industrial boiler control systems, including installation, startup, commissioning, programming, tuning, and repair. This position requires strong troubleshooting skills and a willingness to travel extensively to support customers in power generation and industrial environments.

Responsibilities

  • Perform installation, startup, commissioning, and repair of boiler control systems in field environments.
  • Program, tune, and troubleshoot control systems to ensure safe and efficient boiler operation.
  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues using a systematic troubleshooting approach.
  • Interpret and work from electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, and SAMA diagrams.
  • Provide clear technical communication to operators, plant personnel, and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Prepare detailed technical reports documenting field work, system performance, and corrective actions.
  • Support customers during commissioning and operational phases to ensure proper system functionality.
  • Collaborate with engineering and internal teams to resolve complex technical issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in industrial equipment or similar environments.
  • Experience working in power plants, boiler systems, or industrial process environments is a plus.
  • Knowledge of mechanical systems including linkages, drives, valves, and actuators.
  • Proficiency with basic hand tools and power tools used in field service environments.
  • Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across mechanical and control systems.
  • Working knowledge of electrical systems, including schematics, ladder logic, and control system architecture.
  • Ability to obtain necessary clearances including TWIC.
  • Willingness to travel to support field service operations.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation aligned with experience and technical skillset.
  • Career development opportunities for early-career engineers and experienced field professionals.
  • Exposure to complex industrial and power generation systems.
  • Hands-on, field-based role with strong technical growth potential.

Benefits

Competitive compensation aligned with experience and technical skillset
Career development opportunities for early-career engineers and experienced field professionals
Exposure to complex industrial and power generation systems
Hands-on, field-based role with strong technical growth potential
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