Field Service Tech

OakTree Staffing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Wellness Credit

FSA

401k match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid sick leave

PTO

Job summary

OakTree Staffing seeks a Field Service Technician to support customers on-site, perform commissioning and preventive maintenance of SCR equipment, and provide technical support by phone. The role includes travel, training customers, and generating field reports.

The candidate should have knowledge of industrial instrumentation, be able to troubleshoot AC/DC circuits, and communicate effectively with customers.

Qualifications

• 0–4 years field service experience or equivalent knowledge.
• Valid driver’s license (and passport or ability to obtain one).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently in a loosely structured environment.
• Willingness to travel 60–75% overnight.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning the total system scope on new installations.
• Perform routine maintenance and service on existing products.
• Provide telephone support including troubleshooting and parts identification.
• Coordinate sites and participate in project meetings.
• Post-commissioning training for operations and maintenance.
• Submit daily field reports to customers and internal staff.
• Follow up customer calls after service completion.
• Keep up-to-date on products and services.
• Plan own work schedule efficiently.
• Maintain test equipment and calibration tools.

Skills

Industrial instrumentation & controls

AC and DC circuits including relay log

Analytical/problem solving

Independent work in loosely structured

Communication & interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

This position is responsible for supporting customers with on-site service, technical support, and on-site training. Primary functions of this position are commissioning new SCR equipment; preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of existing SCR equipment; and telephone customer support. The Field Service Technician also prepares reports documenting the work performed and the performance of the equipment. The Field Service Technician typically works in a non-smoking environment.

What You'll Do:

• Commissioning the total system scope supplied by the company on new installations
• Perform routine maintenance and service on existing products
• Provide telephone support to customers including troubleshooting and replacement parts identification
• Site coordination and project meetings
• Post-commissioning customer training on operations and maintenance
• Daily reports to customers and internal staff while in the field
• Follow up customer calls after service work completion
• Keep up-to-date on company products and services
• Plan own work schedule efficiently
• Maintain test equipment and special tools calibration

What Qualifies You:

• Working knowledge of industrial instrumentation & controls including analog transmitters, temperature/pressure measuring devices, PID controls.
• Proficiency with AC and DC Circuits including Relay Logic
• Sharp analytical mind with an interest in engines, controls, and emissions
• Enthusiasm to learn and become an expert
• Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions and work in a loosely structured environment
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; able to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent problem solving skills
• 60 - 75% overnight travel - with higher concentrations during peak seasons.
• 0-4* years prior field service technician experience or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Proficient with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Applicant must pass a proficiency test.
• Must possess valid driver's license
• Foreign language skills are a plus
• Must possess a passport or have the ability to obtain one

Physical Requirements:

• Stand, walk, bend, climb, and kneel for extended periods.
• Work on uneven terrain, scaffolds, ladders, catwalks, and elevated platforms.
• Maintain physical stamina during physically and mentally demanding tasks, including travel and variable shift work.
• Regularly lift, carry, push, or pull materials and tools up to 50 lbs unassisted and occasionally heavier items with assistance or mechanical aids.
• Transport tools and equipment across job sites and within confined or restricted-access areas.
• Perform tasks at elevations exceeding 6 feet, using aerial lifts, scaffolding, or fall protection systems in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Enter, work in, and exit confined spaces, including tanks, ducts, and engine compartments, under permit-required confined space procedures.
• Maintain situational awareness around active machinery and energized systems.
• Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow) and around loud noise, dust, fumes, vibration, and engine exhaust.
• Maintain clear vision (corrective lenses permitted), color recognition, and depth perception.
• Detect abnormal sounds, smells, or vibrations from mechanical equipment.
• Follow complex instructions, interpret technical drawings/manuals, and communicate hazards and tasks clearly with team members.

What's in it for You:

• Annual Bonus Program
• $350 Annual Wellness Credit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401k with match up to 5%
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 5 days of paid sick leave annually (prorated based on start date)
• 15 days PTO annually (prorated based on start date)