Field Service Technician

Actalent; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Field Service Technician in Aurora, CO with strong mechanical aptitude to inspect conveyors, material handling systems and industrial equipment. You will read drawings, perform quality checks, and document findings in the field using digital tools.

Travel between six project sites is required, with a focus on checklist-driven QA, safety, and installation verifications. OSHA certifications are a plus; on-site work is fully remote from the office but predominantly in the

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with attention to detail.
• Experience with conveyors, material handling and industrial equipment.
• Read and interpret mechanical and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with inspection and measuring tools.
• Comfort with field documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vendor qualification inspections for installed material handling and conveyor systems.
• Travel between six project sites to perform inspections and audits.
• Perform visual and mechanical inspections with detailed checklists.
• Identify and communicate deficiencies to installation teams and engineering.
• Use laser measuring devices, levels and torque tools for inspections.
• Inspect and verify emergency stops, guarding, bolts, cables, belts, and installations.
• Document issues in Ozark system and verify contractor corrections.
• Engage in heavy walking and site work for QA.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Conveyors & MHE

Reading drawings

Inspection tools

Field documentation tech

Quality inspections

Education

Technical or Associate degree (nice to have)

OSHA 10/30 certification

Tools

Laser measuring devices

Job description

Job Title: Field Service Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a Field Service Technician with a strong mechanical aptitude and experience working with conveyors, material handling equipment, and industrial systems. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and will be adept at performing quality inspections, equipment checks, and installation verifications. An ability to read and interpret mechanical and engineering drawings is essential, as is comfort with using technology in the field to document and communicate findings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Vendor Qualification inspections for installed material handling and conveyor systems.
• Travel continuously between six project sites to perform inspections and audits.
• Perform visual and mechanical inspections and complete detailed checklists to verify that equipment meets specifications.
• Identify, document, and communicate deficiencies clearly to installation teams and engineering personnel.
• Utilize tools such as laser measuring devices, levels, and torque-related tools for inspections.
• Inspect and verify emergency stops, protective guarding, bolt tightness, cable management, belt conditions, and overall mechanical and electrical installations.
• Document any issues in the Ozark system and verify corrections completed by contractors.
• Engage in heavy walking and site work as part of quality assurance processes.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Experience with conveyors, material handling, and industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and navigate mechanical and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in using inspection and measuring tools.
• Comfort with technology for documentation and communication.
• Experience in quality inspections, equipment checks, and installation verifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with Amazon facilities and MHE is highly preferred.
• Vendor Qualification experience and conveyor inspection or maintenance experience.
• Existing OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience in distribution centers, fulfillment centers, or automated material handling environments.
• Technical or Associate degree is a plus, but not required.

Work Environment

This position involves significant travel between six sites, where candidates will walk and audit conveyor systems that span 1027 miles across multiple tiers. The role requires flexibility with holiday scheduling and the ability to work approximately 4850 hours per week. The work is inspection and validation-focused, not installation or repair, with a strong emphasis on checklist-driven quality assurance in active industrial and construction environments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Aurora, CO.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Aurora, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Aurora,CO.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.