Field Service Technician

Actalent; Johnston (IA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Field Service Technician to work in the Des Moines metro area. This role involves traveling to client sites for system startup and troubleshooting, requiring strong skills in HVAC and electrical systems. An associate degree and relevant experience are preferred for this position with significant growth opportunities and exposure to a wide network of contractors.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in troubleshooting mechanical or electrical equipment.
• Proficiency in using a computer for programming.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites and collaborate with engineers on system startup.
• Troubleshoot issues during startup and maintenance.
• Set up workstations with necessary software.

Skills

HVAC

Mechanical

Electrical

Troubleshooting

Repair

Microsoft Outlook

Maintenance

Education

Associate degree in HVAC, Industrial Technology, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering

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Job Description

As a Field Service Technician, you will travel to client sites, primarily around the Des Moines metro area with some travel throughout Iowa. This role does not require overnight travel. You will work closely with engineers on the startup and commissioning of customer systems in electronic, electrical, and pneumatic domains. You will also follow and update drawing packages as needed, set up workstations with necessary software, and communicate project updates and timelines with project managers. Troubleshooting issues during startup and maintenance will be a key aspect of your responsibilities.

Job Title: Field Service Technician

Job Description

As a Field Service Technician, you will travel to client sites, primarily around the Des Moines metro area with some travel throughout Iowa. This role does not require overnight travel. You will work closely with engineers on the startup and commissioning of customer systems in electronic, electrical, and pneumatic domains. You will also follow and update drawing packages as needed, set up workstations with necessary software, and communicate project updates and timelines with project managers. Troubleshooting issues during startup and maintenance will be a key aspect of your responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites, primarily around the Des Moines metro and throughout Iowa.
• Collaborate with engineers on startup and commissioning of systems.
• Follow and update drawing packages as necessary.
• Set up workstations with required software for programming.
• Communicate project updates and timelines with project managers.
• Troubleshoot issues during startup and maintenance.
  
  

Essential Skills

• HVAC
• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Troubleshooting
• Repair
• Microsoft Outlook
• Maintenance
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in HVAC, Industrial Technology, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering.
• 6+ months of experience in troubleshooting mechanical or electrical equipment.
• Proficiency in using a computer for programming.
  
  

Work Environment

You will primarily be onsite at customer locations, such as data centers and schools, with occasional visits to the office in Johnston. The role includes a company truck, tools, computer, and phone. While there may be opportunities to work with other technicians, much of the work will be independent. Expect occasional overtime, especially during project commissioning, which will be compensated at time and a half. This position offers significant growth opportunities and exposure to a wide network of contractors and vendors.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $36.06/hr.

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)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Johnston,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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 due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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