Field Service Engineer, Day shift

APCO Technologies SA; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

International working environment

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

APCO Technologies SA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the upkeep of APCO designed and manufactured machines in a dynamic industrial setting. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and maintain mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems to keep operations running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of facilities/machine maintenance experience, an associate degree, and the ability to read blueprints. A valid driver’s license and physical fitness are required for field tasks.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of facilities/machine maintenance experience.
• Possess an associate degree or similar level.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Must have a good understanding of electrical systems to include 480 volt and below including various control voltage.
• Must be self-sufficient - able to work under minimal supervision, fast-thinking and pro-active.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean criminal record.
• Good physical condition: ability to carry up to 50 pounds (tool box or parts) up to 50 feet.
• Nice to have: Knowledge of hydraulic system component diagnostics, repair and failure analysis of valves, stacks, pistons, and rams in excess of 5000 PSI operating pressure.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and quality.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance of APCO designed machines, troubleshooting and repairing.
• Diagnose and maintain mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Assist with operational support and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Blueprints reading

Electrical systems

Driver's license

Physical fitness

Self-sufficient

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time

Activity: Industry, heavy machinery, automation. Technical assistance, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

What You Develop

• Support our client with the maintenance of his APCO designed and manufactured machines including troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various types of specialized mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems/components.

What you bring

• 2-5 years of facilities/machine maintenance experience.
• Possess an associate degree or similar level.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Must have a good understanding of electrical systems to include 480 volt and below including various control voltage.
• Must be self-sufficient - able to work under minimal supervision, fast-thinking and pro-active.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean criminal record.
• Good physical condition: ability to carry up to 50 pounds (tool box or parts) up to 50 feet.
• Nice to have:
  • Knowledge of hydraulic system component diagnostics, repair and failure analysis of valves, stacks, pistons, and rams in excess of 5000 PSI operating pressure.
  • Strong customer service, interpersonal and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and quality.

What we offer

• Long track record of steady growth, new projects and great challenges every day.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Dynamic international working environment.
• Entrepreneurial attitude and innovation mind set encouraged.
• Stable family company with long-term strategic development.
• Friendly atmosphere and teamwork.