Field Service Engineer, Day shift US, VA Technical Assistance · APCO TECHNOLOGIES ENGINEERING INC. Newport News VA USA

APCO Technologies SA; Newport News (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Dynamic international environment

Entrepreneurial mindset encouraged

Long track record of growth

Stable family company

Friendly atmosphere and teamwork

Job summary

APCO Technologies SA seeks a Maintenance Technician to support and maintain APCO-designed machines, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. The role requires the ability to read blueprints and work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of facilities/machine maintenance experience, an associate degree or equivalent, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of facilities/machine maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Knowledge of electrical systems up to 480V and control voltages.
• Must be self-sufficient and proactive with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and clean criminal record.
• Good physical condition; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance of APCO designed machines, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic and mechanical components across machines.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure reliable operation and uptime.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Blueprint reading

Electrical systems (up to 480V)

Self-sufficiency

Physical fitness

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

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.