Field Service Mechanical Technician - DIRECT HIRE

Adecco; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Paid travel

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Job summary

Adecco Staffing, in partnership with a Woonsocket manufacturer, seeks a Field Service Mechanical Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and support industrial equipment at customer sites. This hands-on role requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, independence, and a professional on-site presence.

Travel is frequent (50–70% domestic). First shift hours may change with travel and training requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Experience with industrial equipment, manufacturing machinery, maintenance or field service.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with motors, drives, sensors and other industrial control components.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly for domestic service assignments.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple service priorities.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, setup, and startup of industrial equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and basic electrical issues.
• Provide on-site customer support and training as needed.
• Complete service reports and document technical findings for internal teams.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Motors and drives

Customer service

Travel willingness

Job description

Adecco is hiring a Field Service Mechanical Technician in Woonsocket, RI!

Location: Woonsocket, RI
Job Type: Full-Time
Travel: 50–70% Domestic Travel
Pay: 60k-85k

Job Summary

Adecco Staffing is teaming up with a local manufacturer in Woonsocket, RI seeking a hands-on and customer-focused Field Service Mechanical Technician to provide installation, troubleshooting, repair, and technical support for industrial equipment at customer facilities. This field-based position requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, the ability to work independently, and a professional approach when representing the company on-site. The ideal candidate enjoys solving technical problems, working directly with customers, and helping keep production equipment operating efficiently. This position salary will be based off experience and skills. This is a first shift role with hours subjected to change due to travel requirements. Will be required to travel 30%-50% of the month once fully trained.

Installation & Commissioning

• Assist with the installation, alignment, setup, and startup of industrial equipment.
• Verify mechanical assemblies, wiring, and safety systems prior to operation.
• Support on-site equipment commissioning alongside engineering and service teams as needed.

Troubleshooting & Repair

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and basic electrical issues involving motors, drives, sensors, and other industrial components.
• Perform equipment repairs, adjustments, preventative maintenance, and component replacements.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and recommend practical solutions to prevent recurring issues.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems using drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.

Customer Support

• Serve as a professional on-site representative during customer service calls.
• Communicate effectively with customer maintenance personnel, operators, and supervisors.
• Provide basic equipment operation and maintenance training when needed.
• Maintain a high level of customer service while addressing technical concerns.

Documentation

• Complete service reports, work orders, and job summaries accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicate follow-up requirements and technical findings to internal service and engineering teams.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Experience working with industrial equipment, manufacturing machinery, maintenance, or field service.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with motors, drives, sensors, and industrial control components.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly for domestic service assignments.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple service priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled machinery.
• Prior field service or road technician experience.
• Experience with web handling, winding, plastics, converting, or similar industrial machinery.

Work Environment

• Frequent domestic travel to customer facilities.
• Hands-on work in industrial and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work independently in the field while collaborating with internal service and engineering teams.
• Exposure to manufacturing equipment, machinery, and production environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSA/FSA options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Optional supplemental disability plans.
• Paid travel expenses.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Pay Details

$60,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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