Field Service Technician

HITEC Power Protection BV

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 59,000 - 90,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Pay range $43-$65 hourly

Guaranteed 40 Hrs per week

Quarterly On-Call pay

Travel Pay and per diem

Health care (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Company vehicle

Retirement plan with match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

HITEC Power Protection BV is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to perform preventive maintenance on HITEC systems and support field activities. You will inspect electrical and mechanical components, test generators, and coordinate with third-party vendors as needed.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to read schematics, and readiness to travel frequently. It offers a hands-on environment, with on-site customer interaction and opportunities to contribute to service

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Technical associate degree or equivalent training is preferred.
Ability to read and interpret basic diagrams and schematics.
Strong communication, reporting, and documentation skills.
Willingness to travel frequently, including short notice travel.

Responsibilities

Execute preventive maintenance on HITEC systems with supervision.
Inspect electrical and mechanical components and document findings.
Perform basic generator/engine inspections and engage third parties for repairs.
Support corrective maintenance, emergency service, installation, and field projects.
Prepare for jobs by reviewing scope, parts, tools, PPE, and customer requirements.
Communicate clearly with onsite customers about status and next steps.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Reading diagrams

Independence at remote sites

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical associate degree or equivalent training

Tools

SCADA

PLC interfaces

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Preventive Maintenance & Field Execution

Execute assigned Quarterly, Semi-Annual, and Annual Preventive Maintenance activities on HITEC systems with moderate supervision or support as required.

Perform electrical and mechanical inspections including rotating machine components, flywheel, couplings, sensors, batteries, filters, cooling system checks, torque procedures, and related service activities.

Perform basic generator/engine inspections such as meter testing, fluid checks, belts, hoses, leaks, and visual condition checks. Deep engine/generator repairs remain performed by approved third-party vendors unless otherwise directed.

Support corrective maintenance, emergency service, installation, overhaul, and project-related field activities.

Prepare for assigned jobs by reviewing scope, procedures, parts, tools, PPE, documentation, travel plans, and customer requirements.

Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

Perform basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting using single-line diagrams, schematics, drawings, procedures, diagnostic tools, and technical documentation.

Use monitoring, SCADA, PLC interfaces, QMS, logs, alarms, and operational status information to support troubleshooting with or without helpdesk assistance.

Perform first-line fault analysis and elevate complex issues to the HITEC Helpdesk, Senior Technician, Field Service Manager, or other designated support resources.

Demonstrate calm, methodical troubleshooting by stopping, thinking, verifying documentation, and understanding potential consequences before acting.

Use the correct tool for the correct task and maintain awareness of workmanship quality.

Customer Communication & Professional Representation

Communicate clearly with onsite customer representatives regarding findings, job status, delays, recommendations, and next steps within assigned authority.

Represent HITEC professionally at all customer locations through conduct, appearance, preparedness, communication, and care for the customer site.

Maintain awareness that customer confidence is strongly influenced by communication, professionalism, cleanliness, and follow-through.

Demonstrate confidence without arrogance and seek support when additional technical or customer communication assistance is required.

Reporting, Documentation & Operational Discipline

Complete service reports, checklists, photos, timecards, logs, expenses, and required documentation accurately and within required timelines.

Follow HITEC documentation, JSOX, quality, safety, and internal reporting requirements.

Maintain clean and organized work areas, vehicles, tools, test equipment, and job materials.

Report daily progress, job quality, issues, risks, and completion status to the Field Service Manager or designated Service leadership.

Support coordination with vendors by observing, documenting, and verifying completion of assigned vendor activities when directed.

Teamwork & Department Support

Support Level 1 technicians, peers, senior technicians, coordinators, vendors, and managers to help work move forward.

Supports the onboarding and development of less experienced technicians through professionalism, teamwork, knowledge sharing, and positive field support during OJT activities.

Contribute to a department-first culture where success is based on service execution, customer support, and company reputation rather than individual recognition.

Demonstrate integrity and professionalism when work is missed, delayed, or reassigned; help resolve the issue without blame or negativity.

Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Service organization.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Valid driver's license required; must meet company driving requirements.

Ability and willingness to travel frequently, including short notice travel when required.

Minimum 6 months to 2 years of related electrical/mechanical maintenance, field service, military technical, industrial equipment, or equivalent experience preferred; equivalent training and demonstrated capability may be considered.

Basic electrical background and/or mechanical knowledge required.

Ability to read and interpret basic single-line diagrams, schematics, drawings, and technical documents.

Ability to perform basic troubleshooting under moderate supervision.

Strong communication, reporting, and documentation skills.

Ability to work independently at remote customer sites with support and escalation resources available.

Ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, emergency support, and on-call assignments as business needs require.

Ability to follow safety procedures while working around low- and medium-voltage equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical associate degree, trade school, vocational training, military technical training, or equivalent field experience.

Experience with power generation equipment, generators, switchgear, controls, rotating equipment, industrial machines, or mission-critical systems.

Familiarity with PLC interfaces, SCADA/monitoring systems, schematics, electrical troubleshooting, and service reporting systems.

Prior customer-facing field service experience.

Demonstrated history of reliability, preparedness, initiative, professional communication, and willingness to learn.

Completion of HITEC Level 0 and Level 1 training or equivalent internal onboarding requirements.