Field Service Tech III — Railways Onsite Expert

LB Foster; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

LB Foster is seeking a Field Service Technician III to lead installation, calibration, maintenance and repair of wayside equipment for rail customers across North America. The role involves extensive travel, on-site customer interaction, and coordinating with Engineering and Operations to ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The position requires 3+ years of field service experience in mechanical/electrical/electronic systems, with strong problem-solving and teamwork.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; associates/bachelor’s preferred.
• 3+ years field service experience.
• Mechanical, electrical or electronic experience required.
• 1-3 years railroad or trade experience in communications & signals.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, calibration and upkeep of LB Foster wayside equipment on customer sites.
• Travel extensively across North America; liaise with customers, engineering and operations.
• Ensure safety compliance and follow ISO quality processes.
• Document field activities and service outcomes for continuous improvement.

Skills

On-Track ability

Electrical ability

Computer literacy

Travel ability

Physical ability

Collaboration & communication

Work ethic & self-starter

Customer focus

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates or Bachelor’s preferred

Tools

Linux

Soldering & electronics tools

Hyperterm/Putty/SSH/SFTP

Salient proprietary welder

Mega-ohm meter & multimeter

Job description

LB Foster is seeking a Field Service Technician III to lead installation, calibration, maintenance and repair of wayside equipment for rail customers across North America. The role involves extensive travel, on-site customer interaction, and coordinating with Engineering and Operations to ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The position requires 3+ years of field service experience in mechanical/electrical/electronic systems, with strong problem-solving and teamwork.