Field Service Tech I

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a Field Service Technician I to provide field support for mechanical and electrical systems on our projects. You will perform commissioning, troubleshooting, repair or retrofit work, and document procedures for QA and client personnel.

Travel is extensive and candidates should be comfortable working in field conditions, with exposure to controls, PLCs, and building management systems. OSHA10 and NFPA 70E are preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read drawings and schematics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including MS Office Projects.
• Exposure to at least one brand of PLC or Building controls.
• Ability to work independently at the job site.

Responsibilities

• Compile O&M information and transmit critical data during a project.
• Assist in compiling final sets of IOM manuals and QA documentation.
• Direct field commissioning and trouble‑shooting of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Interact with Project Engineers, QA, and client personnel and other field staff.

Skills

Read drawings

MS Office

PLC exposure

Independent work

Education

HVAC trade school

Apprenticeship training

Military training

Job description

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW: The role of the Field Service Technician I is to provide field support to our clients. This includes commissioning, troubleshooting, repair or retrofit of the mechanical and electrical systems of a project. This position is responsible for troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment, as well as controls, communications, computers, where called upon, and for the documentation of these procedures. The position requires close interface with the Quality Department, Project Engineers and Project Managers, Process Engineer, client personnel, and with other Field Engineers and Field Service Technicians. The Field Service Technician I also assists in monitoring Quality Assurance requirements for completed equipment, and may perform QC checks, or oversee the same. The Field Service Technician I will compile O&M information, transmit critical O&M information during the design and construction phases of the project, and assist in compilation of the final sets of IOM manuals. The Field Service Technician will provide Commissioning of the Mechanical portion of the project. This position requires some interface with the Project Manager, Production Manager, QA manager, and the Engineering Manager, as well as with client personnel or consulting engineers. Cross training in controls and electrical systems is required.

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW: The role of the Field Service Technician I is to provide field support to our clients. This includes commissioning, troubleshooting, repair or retrofit of the mechanical and electrical systems of a project. This position is responsible for troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment, as well as controls, communications, computers, where called upon, and for the documentation of these procedures. The position requires close interface with the Quality Department, Project Engineers and Project Managers, Process Engineer, client personnel, and with other Field Engineers and Field Service Technicians. The Field Service Technician I also assists in monitoring Quality Assurance requirements for completed equipment, and may perform QC checks, or oversee the same. The Field Service Technician I will compile O&M information, transmit critical O&M information during the design and construction phases of the project, and assist in compilation of the final sets of IOM manuals. The Field Service Technician will provide Commissioning of the Mechanical portion of the project. This position requires some interface with the Project Manager, Production Manager, QA manager, and the Engineering Manager, as well as with client personnel or consulting engineers. Cross training in controls and electrical systems is required.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Compile O&M information
• Transmit critical O&M information during a project
• Assist in compilation of the final sets of IOM manuals
• Feedback from the field is an integral part of the position
• Create legible “red-line” drawings to submit to Project Manager
• Arrange for a timely hand-off from construction function
• Direct the field commissioning of a project
• Responsible for trouble‑shooting all mechanical and electrical equipment
• Provide documented commissioning of the mechanical and electrical portions (at a minimum) of the project
• Close interface with other Field Engineers, Project Engineers and Project managers, with the mechanical and electrical engineers, with service technicians, and with the client’s personnel
• Assist the Production Department in assembly, or in training of factory personnel
• Assist in Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions
• Will possibly perform or oversee QC checks
• Other responsibilities as designated by leadership

Job Skills

• Ability to read drawings and schematics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including MS Office projects
• Exposure to at least one brand of PLC or Building controls.
• Must be able to work independently at the job site.

Education & Training

• HVAC Trade school and/or apprenticeship training preferred.
• Military training and/or technical work experience could be considered in lieu of trade school certification.

Minimum Requirements

• Significant project field experience is required in construction support, startup, repair, and maintenance work.
• Experience with verification of compliance with ASHRAE, ASME, and other relevant codes and practices.
• Ability to travel extensively to both domestic and international job sites.
• The ability to work in field construction conditions is required.
• Must have or can obtain applicable safety certifications including but not limited to OSHA10 General Construction, NFPA-70E
• Safe driving record

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Position is 80% travel both domestic and international. Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Performs other physical activities including use of fingers, sitting, stooping, bending, crouching, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive motions. Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, and conduct extensive reading. The incumbent will be subject to inside environmental conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are dedicated to building an inclusive and equitable workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Sponsorship Notice

This position is open only to individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. The employer is not able to sponsor employment visas at this time or in the future.