CDL Field Technician

Gerhart; Painted Post (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (comprehensive)

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and 401k match

Paid time off

Career growth and ongoing training

Job summary

Gerhart is seeking a CDL Field Service Technician to install, calibrate, and maintain heavy-capacity weighing equipment in the field. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues on site and have opportunities to lead projects while mentoring peers.

The role emphasizes customer-focused problem solving and hands-on field work. Ideal candidates bring a CDL Class B, willingness to work overtime, and a solid mechanical or electrical background.

Qualifications

• CDL Class B preferred; current CDL holders may be compensated.
• Overtime flexibility to meet project needs.
• General mechanical or electrical background.
• Customer-focused mindset and self-starter attitude.
• Able to work outdoors in heat, cold, dust and dirt.
• Familiarity with industrial service tools; welding is a plus.
• Basic understanding of 120VAC/DC wiring.
• Strength and stamina to bend, crawl, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CDL Class B

Overtime flexibility

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Customer-focused

Outdoor work

Industrial tools

Welding experience

120VAC/DC wiring

Lift up to 50 lbs

Tools

General field 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.