Field Service Technician

Mettler-Toledo, Inc.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car with paid insurance

Tools and equipment provided

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental and caregiver leave

Paid time off and disability insurance

Domestic partner benefits

Job summary

METTLER TOLEDO, a global leader in precision instruments, is seeking a Field Service Technician. You will diagnose, calibrate, and repair electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems at customer sites, read schematics, and support networked equipment. Travel within the assigned territory and provide guidance to junior technicians.

The role emphasizes safety, professionalism, and strong customer communication, with comprehensive benefits and tools provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in field service, industrial electronics, mechanical, instrumentation, automation, or related technical field.
• Electrical and electronic and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with networks, communications, or equipment connectivity.
• Ability to read schematics and technical documentation.
• Strong electro-mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a field-based schedule.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the assigned territory.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and work with up to 50-pound test weights and equipment.
• High School Diploma / GED, or 5 years of related work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex electrical, electronic, mechanical, and instrumentation issues.
• Configure and troubleshoot communication and network connections
• Support equipment integration with customer systems and networks
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and technical documentation
• Use diagnostic tools, meters, and test equipment to identify and resolve issues
• Document service activities, findings, parts usage, and recommendations accurately
• Communicate technical information clearly to customers, operations teams, and management
• Work safely and independently at customer facilities
• Provide coaching and technical support to less experienced technicians when needed
• Manage multiple service priorities while maintaining a high level of quality and professionalism

Skills

Field service experience

Industrial electronics

Mechanical troubleshooting

Instrumentation

Automation

Electrical troubleshooting

Customer service

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Ability to read schematics

Education

High School Diploma / GED or 5 years related work experience

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

Ethernet-based communications

Serial communications

Job description

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

As a Field Service Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance, calibrations, and basic repairs while representing the company professionally at customer locations across your assigned region.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex electrical, electronic, mechanical, and instrumentation issues.
• Configure and troubleshoot communication and network connections
• Support equipment integration with customer systems and networks
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and technical documentation
• Use diagnostic tools, meters, and test equipment to identify and resolve issues
• Document service activities, findings, parts usage, and recommendations accurately
• Communicate technical information clearly to customers, operations teams, and management
• Work safely and independently at customer facilities
• Provide coaching and technical support to less experienced technicians when needed
• Manage multiple service priorities while maintaining a high level of quality and professionalism

What You Need to Succeed

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience in field service, industrial electronics, mechanical, instrumentation, automation, or a related technical field.
• Electrical and electronic and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with networks, communications, or equipment connectivity.
• Ability to read schematics and technical documentation.
• Strong electro-mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a field-based schedule.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the assigned territory.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and work with up to 50-pound test weights and equipment as required.
• High School Diploma / GED, or 5 years of related work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with weighing systems or process measurement equipment.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, Ethernet-based communications, serial communications, or similar technologies.
• Knowledge of calibration procedures and quality systems.
• Experience supporting equipment connected to customer networks.
• CDL or other applicable commercial driving credentials.

Our Offer to You

• A company car with paid insurance for your work use
• All tools and equipment needed to perform the job and a clothing allowance
• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
• Global market strength and worldwide leadership in weighing
• A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
• Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment

About Mettler Toledo

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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