CDL Field Technician

Gerhart Measuremation; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical options (100% ER

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance and 401k matching

Career growth opportunities and/or OJT

Job summary

Gerhart Measuremation is seeking a CDL Field Service Technician to install, calibrate, and maintain heavy weighing equipment in the field. The role involves troubleshooting electrical/mechanical issues, leading projects, and mentoring peers on job sites.

You’ll work outdoors in varying conditions, with welding experience a plus. Flexible OT and a strong customer-focused mindset are essential to identify operational improvements for customers.

Qualifications

• CDL Class B preferred; we’ll compensate current CDL holders.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• General mechanical or electrical background.
• Customer-focused mindset and a self-starter attitude.
• Ability to work outdoors in all conditions (heat, cold, dust, and dirt).
• Familiarity with industrial service tools; welding experience is a plus.
• Basic understanding of 120VAC/DC wiring.
• Strength, stamina, and willingness to bend, crawl, and lift up to 50 lbs safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate our Test Truck/Rig to install, calibrate, and maintain weighing equipment in the field.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues with heavy capacity systems.
• Capability to lead projects and mentor peers on job sites.
• Identify opportunities to help customers improve operations and provide solutions.

Skills

CDL Class B

Customer-focused mindset

Self-starter

Outdoor work ability

Welding (a plus)

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Tools

Industrial service tools

Job description

Invest in Your Future - Paid Training & Career Growth

We believe in developing our people and providing the tools they need to succeed. Our paid training program and structured career progression pathway are designed to help you build your skills, expand your technical knowledge, and advance your career. Step up your game and join a company that values skill, initiative, and results.

Gerhart is looking for a CDL Field Service Technician with experience in heavy capacity weighing equipment. This is your chance to work on challenging, high-impact projects and grow your career while getting rewarded for your expertise.

What You'll Do:

• Operate our Test Truck/Rig to install, calibrate, and maintain weighing equipment in the field
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues with heavy capacity systems
• Capability to lead projects and mentor peers on job sites
• Identify opportunities to help customers improve operations and provide solutions

What You Bring:

• CDL Class B (preferred; we’ll compensate current CDL holders)
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed
• General mechanical or electrical background
• Customer-focused mindset and a self-starter attitude
• Ability to work outdoors in all conditions (heat, cold, dust, and dirt)
  
• Familiarity with industrial service tools; welding experience is a plus
• Basic understanding of 120VAC/DC wiring
• Strength, stamina, and willingness to bend, crawl, and lift up to 50 lbs safely

Why Gerhart:

• Over 90 years of industry excellence
• Work on cutting-edge industrial weighing and automation systems
• Be part of a team where your skills are valued and your ideas matter

Perks You'll Love:

• Comprehensive medical options (including 100% employer-covered plans), dental, and vision
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life insurance and matching 401k
• Career growth opportunities and ongoing training

We're a fast-growing, innovative company providing systems integration, field service, and turn-key installations for Process Automation Systems, Industrial Weighing Equipment, and Process Instrumentation. With over 90 years of industry experience, Gerhart combines stability with opportunity, and your skills and ideas will be valued from day one. Join a team where excellence, collaboration, and growth are part of our culture.