Field Service & Technical Support Technician

SJE; Ashland (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision coverage

Disability insurance

Job summary

SJE is seeking a Field Service and Technical Support Technician to support its Primex brand. The role will be based out of Largo, FL or Ashland, OH and involves field startup, commissioning, testing, and customer support for control systems.

The successful candidate will troubleshoot hardware, software, and instrumentation, read electrical drawings, and collaborate with project teams to deliver dependable control solutions and a positive customer experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with field service, startup, commissioning, or technical support.
• QA testing or factory testing of control panels or similar equipment.
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Working with PLCs, VFDs, soft starters, instrumentation, or other industrial controls.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical docs.
• Provide technical support to customers by phone, email, or in person.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Perform field startup, commissioning, testing, and service on control systems.
• Troubleshoot installed systems and support aftermarket service needs.
• Answer technical questions related to hardware, software, and controls.
• Provide technical support to customers via phone, email, or in person.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure quality solutions.

Skills

Field service

Troubleshooting

Electrical & mechanical

PLCs & VFDs

Reading drawings

Documentation

Customer support

Tools

SCADA or control panels

Job description

Field Service & Technical Support Technician

Requisition Number: FIELD002893

• Posted : October 8, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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At SJE, we are more than a company — we are a family of brands with a shared vision and mission to provide industry-leading, innovative, and reliable control and monitoring solutions that improve efficiencies, protect the environment, and deliver dependable solutions to our valued customers. We are looking for a Field Service and Technical Support Technician to support our Primex brand. This role will work out of our Largo, FL or Ashland, OH location.

Our Primex brand is a leading provider of control solutions for the municipal and wastewater industries, offering pump control panels, full-featured web-hosted SCADA solutions, and highly complex system integration projects. Check us out at Primexcontrols.com or SJEinc.com !

The job:

As our Field Service and Technical Support Technician, you will help ensure control system projects are properly tested, started up, commissioned, serviced, and supported after installation. You will perform field startup and commissioning work, troubleshoot installed systems, support aftermarket service needs, and assist customers with technical questions related to hardware, software, controls, instrumentation, and system operation.

When you are not performing field service, startup, or commissioning activities, you will support internal QA testing of control panels and provide technical support to customers over the phone and via email. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, programmers, contractors, end users, and internal teams to help deliver dependable control system solutions and a positive customer experience.

The skills, education, and experience you need:

To succeed in this role, you must have experience with:

• Control systems testing, troubleshooting, startup, commissioning, field service, or technical support.
• QA testing, panel checkout, or factory testing of control panels or similar equipment.
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Working with PLCs, VFDs, soft starters, instrumentation, or other industrial control system components.
• Reading and interpreting project plans, specifications, electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshooting customer questions related to hardware, software, controls, instrumentation, and system operation.
• Providing technical support to customers by phone, email, or in person.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work professionally with customers, contractors, end users, and internal teams.
• Managing multiple priorities while maintaining accurate records, case notes, service reports, and documentation.
• Working independently in the field while staying aligned with project, customer, and department needs.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and customer service mindset.

When you are considering a new job, it is normal to have a ton of questions. Here are a few questions we are asked all the time.

• What are the hours? Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Hours may fluctuate when performing field service duties and during periods of travel.
• What is your Paid Time Off and holiday policy? Up to 120 hours of Paid Time Off in your first year plus 8 paid holidays.
• What benefits do you offer?We offer a robust benefits package including health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance as well as dental and vision programs you need to take care of your family, along with other benefit options.Check out our full benefits package !
• What is my commute?Plug this address into Google Maps: 12161 62nd St N, Largo, FL 33773 or 2221 Ford Dr, Ashland, OH 44805.

We will answer more of your questions during the first interview. Expect to hear about the next steps if you meet the job requirements.

Why Work With Us
At SJE, we believe in empowering our employees to grow professionally while making a real impact. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a collaborative culture that encourages creativity and problem-solving. Join us and become a part of something bigger. Join a company where you’re not just working—you’re building a legacy!

SJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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