Trainee Field Service Technician

ZipRecruiter; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Trainee Field Service Technician in Exeter, where you'll enjoy a secure career path with training provided. This outdoor role offers variety and long-term opportunities, ideal for hands-on individuals eager to learn and grow in the environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Annual company bonus

Early Friday finish

Generous travel and overnight allowances

Qualifications

• Enjoys practical, physical work outdoors.
• Reliable and eager to learn a new trade.
• Holds a full UK driving licence (at least 2 years).

Responsibilities

• Installing and maintaining water monitoring equipment.
• Diagnosing issues and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Driving and maintaining company vehicles.

Skills

Problem-solving

Practical skills

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

Trainee Field Service Technician

Location: Exeter

Employment type: Permanent & Full Time (40 hours per week)

Salary & Benefits: £26,800 per annum + overtime opportunities paid at time and a third. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, annual company bonus, early Friday finish. 1 in 6 weeks working a later shift with Fridays off.

Looking for a career you can build from the ground up? Whether you’re ready for a change of pace or seeking to step away from the ordinary 9-5, this is your chance to start a hands-on, outdoor career — no previous experience required as full training will be provided! We’re looking for dependable, practical individuals to join us as Trainee Field Service Technicians in a role that offers variety, structure, and long-term opportunities.

This is not a desk job — you’ll be outdoors, problem-solving, working as part of a close-knit team, and learning new skills every day.

What you’ll be doing:

• Installing, calibrating, and maintaining water monitoring equipment across Devon and Cornwall’s wastewater network.
• Attending sites (homes, businesses, public areas) and working in confined spaces across Devon and Cornwall, with occasional travel further across the UK (expenses paid, including a generous night out allowance).
• Diagnosing issues and taking appropriate action.
• Safely uplifting and offloading products, tools, and equipment.
• Driving and maintaining company vehicles, reporting any defects.
• Cleaning, securing, and caring for all tools and vehicles.
• Ensuring all work is completed efficiently, safely, and to client satisfaction.
• Liaising professionally with customers on-site and with internal supervisors.
• Identifying opportunities for improvement and additional services.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided. If you're motivated and eager to learn, we’ll teach you everything you need to succeed.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Enjoys practical, physical work and being outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Is reliable, hands-on, and eager to learn a new trade.
• Can work respectfully around customers at residential and business sites.
• Holds a full UK driving licence (held for at least 2 years with no more than 6 points).
• Feels comfortable working in small teams and confined spaces.

What’s in it for you:

• A long-term, secure career path with growth opportunities.
• Generous travel and overnight allowances when required.
• The chance to learn highly transferable skills in a growing industry.
• Be part of a supportive team.

This is more than just a job — it’s a fresh start. If you’re practical, willing to learn, and ready to get stuck in, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to take the first step toward your new career.