Field PLC & Electro-Mechanical Tech (Water) - Travel-Heavy

Chemtrade; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Family-friendly benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Polytec, part of Chemtrade, is seeking a field service technician to install and commission water treatment equipment at customer sites across multiple locations. You will configure hardware/software and integrate PLC control logic, then perform routine maintenance and repairs with a focus on safety and reliability.

The role requires strong electrical/mechanical skills, excellent communication with customers, and a willingness to travel overnight more than 75% of the time.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience with solid electrical and mechanical capability.
• Excellent communicator who enjoys partnering with customers.
• Service-oriented, responsive, and dependable under time pressure.
• Residence in Nebraska or willing to relocate to the area.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission water treatment equipment at customer sites.
• Configure hardware/software and integrate control logic (PLC).
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Diagnose faults, test performance, and return systems to spec.
• Keep meticulous records of all field activities.
• Maintain tools and test equipment, ensuring readiness and accuracy.
• Teach customers to operate and care for their systems safely.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical capability

Customer communication

Travel readiness

Tools

PLC systems

Welding setup

Job description

Polytec, part of Chemtrade, is seeking a field service technician to install and commission water treatment equipment at customer sites across multiple locations. You will configure hardware/software and integrate PLC control logic, then perform routine maintenance and repairs with a focus on safety and reliability.

The role requires strong electrical/mechanical skills, excellent communication with customers, and a willingness to travel overnight more than 75% of the time.