Field Service Technician — Asphalt Plant Expert (Travel)

Automation Personnel Services; Eastdale (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services in Chattanooga, TN is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to install, troubleshoot, and repair hot mix asphalt plants and control systems. This direct-hire role involves autonomous field work with occasional travel.

You will diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, configure plant software, train operators, and collaborate with engineering and sales teams. A valid driver's license and passport are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of direct experience with hot mix asphalt plants required.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent), or hands-on experience in hot mix asphalt plants.
• Strong working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, three-phase power, control panels, drawings and schematics.
• Ability to write reports and memos; perform basic math; work safely at all times.
• Proven ability to operate Microsoft Office and learn specialized software.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair HMA plant electrical systems, control systems, and mechanical components.
• Provide plant operating software configurations to calibrate machinery.
• Conduct comprehensive, hands-on training for customer plant operators on safe and efficient plant operations.
• Manage field assignments autonomously from arrival to job completion with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with engineering, sales, and parts departments to resolve issues and suggest product improvements.
• Prepare precise service reports, expense logs, and timecards; use CETEC ERP.

Skills

Field service

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CETEC ERP

Microsoft Office

Expense app

Job description

Automation Personnel Services in Chattanooga, TN is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to install, troubleshoot, and repair hot mix asphalt plants and control systems. This direct-hire role involves autonomous field work with occasional travel.

You will diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, configure plant software, train operators, and collaborate with engineering and sales teams. A valid driver's license and passport are required.