Field Service Technician

TARGAN Inc.; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 43,300 - 73,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A biotechnology innovator in Nebraska is seeking a Field Service Technician. In this full-time role, you will ensure the reliability of advanced chick sexing equipment, supporting hatcheries in the area. Ideal candidates possess strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and a valid driver's license. You’ll perform maintenance, diagnose systems, and train staff while enjoying competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of technical experience in automation or poultry production.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and travel daily to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on chick sexing equipment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Train hatchery staff on proper operation and maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Customer service skills

Ability to read blueprints

Valid driver's license

Education

Electro/Mechanical degree

Job description

Field Service Technician – Nebraska

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TARGAN is transforming animal health and food production with next-generation poultry technologies — we’re looking for a Field Service Technician to join our Nebraska team.

This role is ideal for a mechanically skilled, customer-focused technician who thrives in the field. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the performance and reliability of TARGAN’s advanced chick sexing equipment, directly supporting broiler hatcheries in Grand Island and Fremont, and other hatcheries in the area.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on TARGAN’s chick sexing equipment during overnight hours.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex electro‑mechanical systems.
• Train hatchery staff on the proper operation and maintenance of TARGAN systems.
• Maintain accurate service reports, parts inventory records, and customer communication logs.
• Partner with engineering and research teams to provide field performance feedback and suggest improvements.

What We’re Looking For

• Electro/Mechanical degree or 1–5 years’ technical experience (automation, poultry production, or related fields).
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical & pneumatic schematics.
• Excellent communication & customer service skills; able to work independently.
• Valid driver’s license; able to lift up to 50 lbs and travel daily to customer sites.
• 1st shift, early morning hours position supporting hatchery operations.
• Work performed in poultry hatcheries—warm, humid environments are common.
• Daily travel to customer sites with occasional overnight stays.
• On‑call support may be required on weekends or holidays.

Why Join TARGAN?

• At TARGAN, you’ll work with cutting‑edge chick sexing technology that’s reshaping the poultry industry and improving animal welfare.
• We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and performance‑based bonuses, along with extensive training and career growth opportunities.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Customer Service and Other
• Industries: Biotechnology Research, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Machinery Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance

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Columbus, NE $43,300.00-$73,600.00 2 months ago