Field Service Engineer - Fort Myers

ZipRecruiter; Fort Myers (FL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled UPS Field Engineer to join their team. This exciting role involves applying in-depth knowledge of UPS systems, performing commissioning, maintenance, and emergency support at customer sites primarily in South Florida. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in troubleshooting and maintaining critical power solutions, ensuring reliability for mission-critical facilities. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, this position offers growth opportunities and the chance to work independently while making a significant impact in the field of power electronics.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with company matching

Gas card and vehicle allowance

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Growth Opportunities

Training & Development

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience with UPS and related systems.
• Skilled in equipment troubleshooting and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conducts commissioning and maintenance of UPS systems.
• Provides emergency support and training on testing equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting UPS equipment

Communication skills

Independent work

Knowledge of equipment specifications

Basic computer hardware/software knowledge

Education

Technical degree (e.g., DeVry, Lincoln Tech)

Tools

Hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Position Overview:

A highly skilled UPS Field Engineer is needed to apply an in-depth knowledge of UPS start-up, testing, and operations. This role involves commissioning, maintenance, and emergency support for power electronics at customer sites, primarily in the South Florida region.

Key Responsibilities:

•Conducts commissioning-focused design reviews, prepares test procedures and reports, and oversees on-site testing.

•Performs preventive maintenance, emergency response, equipment start-up, and field modifications.

•Coordinates with technical support to resolve maintenance or operational issues.

•Assists in developing Methods of Procedures (MOPs).

•Reports to a supervisor for any unusual issues or developments.

•Trains periodically at company headquarters on testing equipment and rebuilding systems.

•Completes Field Service Reports promptly and provides proactive recommendations to clients.

•Candidate will be based from home.

Qualifications:

•Minimum of 3-5 years' experience. 10+ years of relevant experience.

•Skilled in troubleshooting equipment such as UPS, batteries, PDUs, STSs, etc.

•Proficient with hand tools and test equipment for maintenance and repairs.

•Strong verbal, written communication, and customer service skills.

•Ability to work independently with resourcefulness and initiative.

•Knowledge of equipment manufacturers' specifications.

•Physically capable of bending and lifting up to 100 lbs as required.

•Willingness to work nights, weekends, and be on-call when needed.

•Basic knowledge of computer hardware and software.

•Prior experience with third-party UPS service providers is a plus.

•OEM factory training or experience with brands such as Emerson/Liebert/Vertiv, APC/MGE/Schneider, or Eaton/Powerware/PDI is required.

•A technical degree (e.g., DeVry, Lincoln Tech) is a plus.

•Military veterans with experience in Electrical/Mechanical systems are highly valued (Navy EMN, ETN, MMNs, Army Power , Air Force Power Production, Coast Guard, etc.).

•Must have a clean driving record.

•Primarily regional travel within South Florida; occasional travel may be required for emergencies.

Location Preference:

Candidate is to live in Fort Myers, FL area (flexible between Naples/Fort Myers)

Benefits:

•Competitive salary with full benefits package

•Paid Time Off (PTO)

•401(k) with company matching

•Gas card and vehicle allowance

•Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance (Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term )

•Growth Opportunities

•Training & Development

This role offers stability, growth opportunities, and a supportive benefits package tailored to support our UPS Field Service Engineers in maintaining reliability and uptime for mission-critical facilities.

If you are passionate about critical power solutions and dedicated to maintaining reliability for mission-critical facilities, we encourage you to apply.