Field Service Engineer — CNC Machine Tools

Ellison Technologies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Company phone and laptop

Fuel reimbursement

Culture of learning

Job summary

Ellison Technologies in Houston is seeking a Field Service Technician to install, service, and PM CNC equipment across a locally defined territory. You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues and deliver outstanding customer care with professionalism.

You’ll rotate through facilities, travel mostly within the region with minimal nights away, document every case, and represent the company with integrity.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with CNC machining centers and CNC turning centers, applying mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical repair skills to keep machines at peak performance.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and perform PM on CNC equipment across a locally defined territory.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems—and solve them decisively.
• Deliver outstanding customer care, plus occasional sales support and operator training.
• Communicate clearly; represent Ellison Technologies with professionalism and integrity.
• Own your work: maintain accurate records and technical documentation for every case.
• Tackle related tasks as assigned—because you like seeing the whole job through.

Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance

CNC Machine Repair

Preventive Maintenance & Inspection

CNC Machine Setup & Changeover

Spindle Maintenance & Repair

Troubleshooting CNC Machines

Job description

Ready for a role that keeps you moving and mastering new tech?

Do you enjoy walking into a shop, sizing up a CNC issue, and leaving the customer thrilled with your fix? In this Houston-focused field role, you’ll rotate through different facilities, tackle new challenges daily, and keep travel mostly local—with minimal nights away during the week.

What will you do?

• Install, service, and perform PM on CNC equipment across a locally defined territory.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems—and solve them decisively.
• Deliver outstanding customer care, plus occasional sales support and operator training.
• Communicate clearly; represent Ellison Technologies with professionalism and integrity.
• Own your work: maintain accurate records and technical documentation for every case.
• Tackle related tasks as assigned—because you like seeing the whole job through.

How do we support you?

• Car allowance (or, in some cases, a company vehicle)
• Company-provided cell phone and laptop
• Covered fuel and a fast, hassle-free reimbursement process
• Culture of learning, modern tools, and a team known for low turnover

What will you master?

Hands‑on experience with CNC machining centers and CNC turning centers, applying mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical repair skills to keep machines at peak performance.

Your toolbelt of skills

• Troubleshooting Skills
• Motor Replacement/Repair/Maintenance
• CNC Machine Repair
• Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Spindle Maintenance & Repair
• Troubleshooting CNC Machines

Platforms you’ll encounter

• CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, Doosan)
• CNC Lathe (2–4 axis) (Haas, Okuma, Doosan)
• CNC Swiss Lathe
• CNC Mill (5 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Haas, Okuma)
• CNC Lathe (5 axis) (Okuma, Doosan)

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Sick time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance

Why Ellison?

Our mission is to equip manufacturers to compete and win—both locally and globally. The Ellison Way emphasizes adaptation, and CEO Graham Hooper champions growing our greatest asset: our people. If you want a place where skills sharpen and careers build, you’ll fit right in.

Get to know us on the Ellison “About Us” page.
Compliance

“Ellison Technologies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.”