Automation Field Service Tech – Travel & Per Diem

Motion Control; Town of Victor (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Per diem for travel

Job summary

Progressive Machine & Design, LLC in Victor, NY is launching a brand-new Service Department and is seeking hands-on Field Service Technicians to grow with us. You will support both in-house system builds and customer service activities, helping install, debug, and maintain custom automation systems.

Two years of related experience are expected, with a focus on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting. The role requires travel and strong communication skills; in-house and field roles include

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, automation, or related technical fields.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable using basic tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Willingness to travel (~10% – 30%).
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with automation, PLCs, robotics, or vision systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, startup, and service support at customer sites.
• Assist with machine assembly, debugging, and checkout in the shop.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Assist with PLC, HMI, robotics, motion, and vision systems.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Customer interaction

Tool usage

Travel readiness

Teamwork

Tools

PLC programming

Robotics interfacing

Vision systems integration

Job description

Progressive Machine & Design, LLC in Victor, NY is launching a brand-new Service Department and is seeking hands-on Field Service Technicians to grow with us. You will support both in-house system builds and customer service activities, helping install, debug, and maintain custom automation systems.

Two years of related experience are expected, with a focus on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting. The role requires travel and strong communication skills; in-house and field roles include