Field Service Technician

Acorn Stairlifts, Inc.; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

Training & development

Tools provided

Overtime pay

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Acorn Stairlifts, Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair, install, and maintain stairlift systems in customers’ homes. The role emphasizes safety, preventive maintenance, and high-quality workmanship with strong customer service.

The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical/electrical skills, can explain repairs clearly, and travel across an assigned territory using a company device for scheduling and documentation. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical, electrical, or technical aptitude.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work independently in customers' homes.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain Acorn stairlift systems in customers’ homes.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
• Explain repairs and equipment operation to customers; provide maintenance recommendations.
• Work independently across an assigned territory; manage schedules, work orders, and documentation using a mobile device.
• Maintain an organized vehicle and manage parts inventory; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Communication

Valid driver’s license

Job description

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Field Service Technician

Regular Full-Time Manual Labor Newark, DE, US

Help People Stay Safe and Independent in Their Homes

At Acorn Stairlifts, every service call changes someone's life.

As the world's leading stairlift manufacturer, we help people regain the freedom to safely navigate their homes. We're looking for dependable, mechanically inclined Field Service Technicians who enjoy solving problems, working independently, and delivering exceptional customer service.

If you have experience in automotive repair, HVAC, appliance repair, maintenance, construction, electronics, or another hands-on technical trade, we provide the training needed to build a rewarding career with Acorn Stairlifts.

What You'll Do

Technical & Service Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain Acorn stairlift systems in customers’ homes.
• Perform preventive maintenance and annual safety inspections while ensuring high-quality, reliable workmanship.

Customer & Field Operations

• Provide professional customer service by explaining repairs, equipment operation, and maintenance recommendations.
• Work independently throughout an assigned territory while managing schedules, work orders, documentation, and communication using a company-provided mobile device.

Vehicle, Inventory & Safety

• Maintain an organized company vehicle and accurately manage parts inventory to ensure supplies are available when needed.
• Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a clean, safe work environment while representing Acorn Stairlifts with professionalism and integrity.

What Success Looks Like

Successful technicians at Acorn:

• Take pride in solving customer problems the first time whenever possible.
• Complete documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain organized vehicle inventory and company equipment.
• Work safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate professionalism in every customer interaction.

Company vehicle that you take home

Company gas card

Paid technical training and ongoing development

Company-provided tools and equipment

Competitive pay with overtime opportunities

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

What We're Looking For

• Strong mechanical, electrical, or technical aptitude, with experience in field service, automotive repair, HVAC, appliance repair, maintenance, construction, or other technical trades preferred.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills, with the ability to work comfortably in residential homes.
• Comfortable using smartphones, tablets, and mobile applications for scheduling, documentation, and communication.
• Ability to manage daily workloads, prioritize multiple service calls, and work independently.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Make Every Service Call Matter

Enjoy the independence of working in the field with the support of an experienced operations team, tackling new challenges each day while making a meaningful difference in customers’ lives. As a Technician, you’re not just repairing or installing equipment—you’re helping restore mobility, safety, and independence. If you’re dependable, mechanically inclined, enjoy problem-solving, and take pride in helping people, we’d love to have you join our team!

Acorn Stairlifts Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.