Field Operations Technician

Senstar; Adrian (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Senstar in partnership with Blickfeld seeks a Field Operations Technician to install LiDAR-based systems across North America, with up to ~50% travel. You’ll gain hands-on experience with hardware, networking, and modern sensing technology.

Join a collaborative team and contribute to field deployments in logistics, industrial, and infrastructure environments while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years hands-on technical role (field service, cabling, IT hardware, or similar).
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (IP, switches, connectivity).
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Ability to read basic technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites across North America (up to ~50%) to assist with installing LiDAR and related systems.
• Mount sensors and install supporting hardware and infrastructure.
• Run and terminate Ethernet cabling (Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6a).
• Help set up network switches, modems, and system components.
• Work safely in industrial environments, including at heights and outdoors.
• Power up systems and confirm functionality.
• Check network connectivity and basic configurations.
• Help troubleshoot issues with engineering teams.
• Support smooth commissioning and handover to customers.
• Represent Blickfeld professionally on-site and communicate with customers.

Skills

Field service experience

Basic networking

Hand tools

Power tools

Read technical drawings

Willingness to travel

Tools

Ethernet cabling

Networking hardware

Job description

About the Role

A new opportunity has opened within our Blickfeld division—where the strengths of Senstar and Blickfeld come together to deliver innovative sensing solutions across logistics, industrial, and infrastructure environments. We’re looking for a Field Operations Technician who will report to our VP Technical Operations and enjoys working hands‑on with technology and wants to help bring these solutions to life in the field.

In this role, you’ll support the installation and deployment of LiDAR‑based systems, gaining real‑world experience with hardware, networking, and modern sensing technology. If you like building, wiring, troubleshooting, and learning by doing—this is a great place to start and grow your career.

What You’ll Do

• Travel to customer sites across North America (up to ~50%) to assist with installing LiDAR and related systems
• Mount sensors and install supporting hardware and infrastructure
• Run and terminate Ethernet cabling (Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6a)
• Help set up network switches, modems, and system components
• Work safely in industrial environments, including at heights and in outdoor conditions
• Power up systems and confirm everything is working as expected
• Check network connectivity and basic configurations
• Help troubleshoot issues alongside engineering teams
• Support smooth commissioning and handover to customers
• Represent Blickfeld professionally on‑site
• Communicate clearly with customers during installations
• Help ensure each deployment is a positive experience
• Provide basic guidance as systems go live
• Prepare equipment before it ships to site
• Help manage tools, inventory, and field kits
• Document installations with notes and photos
• Support logistics and staging activities
• Follow site safety requirements and installation best practices
• Contribute ideas to improve field processes and deployment efficiency

What You Bring

• 0–3 years of experience in a hands‑on technical role (field service, cabling, electrical, IT hardware, or similar)
• Basic understanding of networking (IP addresses, switches, connectivity)
• Comfortable using hand and power tools
• Ability to read basic technical drawings
• A willingness to travel and work on‑site

Nice to Have

• Experience in industrial or logistics environments
• Familiarity with PoE devices, cellular connectivity, or Linux/Windows systems
• Any certifications (OSHA, lift equipment, low‑voltage, etc.)
• Exposure to sensors, automation, or data‑driven systems

What Sets You Apart

• You like working with your hands and figuring things out
• You’re curious and eager to learn new technologies
• You take pride in doing clean, high‑quality work
• You’re reliable, adaptable, and a strong team player

What We Offer

• Work hands‑on with cutting‑edge LiDAR and sensing technology
• Contribute to real‑world deployments across logistics and industrial environments
• Gain exposure to the combined innovation of Blickfeld and the global reach of Senstar
• Join a collaborative, supportive team with strong technical mentorship
• Grow your career with clear pathways into more advanced technical or engineering roles
• Receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive total rewards package that recognizes your impact

Our Commitment

At Senstar and Blickfeld, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible workplace that values a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that diversity and inclusion make us stronger, more innovative, and more competitive. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process, please let us know.

Recruitment Process Disclosure

We may use technology, including AI‑based tools, to support our recruitment process (for example, to compare applications against job requirements or to summarize interview notes). All hiring decisions are made by our hiring teams, not by automated systems.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re looking for a role where you can build, learn, and see your work come to life in the field, we’d love to hear from you.