Automation Field Service Technician — Join a New Team

Pmdautomation; Town of Victor (NY); On-site; USD 37,195 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Overtime opportunities

Per diem during travel

Job summary

PMD is launching a brand-new Service Department in Victor, NY, and we’re looking for hands-on Field Service Technicians to grow with us. You’ll install, debug, and maintain custom automation systems while collaborating with seasoned engineers and machine builders on-site and at customer locations.

This role offers a clear path toward becoming a Field Service Engineer. You’ll support both in-house builds and customer service activities, assisting with installation, startup, and service at

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, machine tools, automation, service, or related technical fields.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable using basic tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Willingness to learn controls, robotics, and related automation systems technologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of team.
• Comfortable interacting with customers onsite and remotely as needed.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Willingness to travel (~10% - 30%)

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, startup, and service support at customer sites
• Support machine assembly, debug, and checkout activities in the shop
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems
• Assist with PLC, HMI, robotics, motion, and vision systems
• Support FAT and SAT activities
• Learn and develop hands‑on experience with advanced automation technologies

Skills

mechanical troubleshooting

electrical troubleshooting

basic tools

diagnostic equipment

controls systems

robotics

teamwork

communication skills

travel willingness

Tools

PLCs

HMI

vision systems

Job description

PMD is launching a brand-new Service Department in Victor, NY, and we’re looking for hands-on Field Service Technicians to grow with us. You’ll install, debug, and maintain custom automation systems while collaborating with seasoned engineers and machine builders on-site and at customer locations.

This role offers a clear path toward becoming a Field Service Engineer. You’ll support both in-house builds and customer service activities, assisting with installation, startup, and service at