Field Service Technician - Food Processing Equipment Travel

JBT Marel Corporation; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

life insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

family leave

vision coverage

matched 401(k) plan

Job summary

JBT Marel Corporation is seeking a Field Service Technician to install, commission, troubleshoot, and service food processing equipment across multiple technologies. The role requires extensive travel and close collaboration with engineering, project management, and sales teams to ensure top-notch customer support.

The position emphasizes safety, communication, and practical problem solving in fast-paced environments, with a focus on delivering reliable performance and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 2+ years field service, maintenance, or installation experience (food processing or industrial automation preferred).
• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, servos, and automated control systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and test complex food processing equipment across multiple technologies and product lines.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control-related issues using schematics, diagnostic tools, and PLC/HMI interfaces.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and equipment audits to minimize downtime and maximize performance.
• Lead or assist with equipment upgrades, retrofits, rebuilds, and performance optimization.
• Complete detailed service reports, documentation, and expense submissions accurately and promptly.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with site and company safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Reading schematics

PLC logic

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Safety compliance

Education

Associates degree in a technical field

Tools

PLC systems

VFDs

Servo motors

Automation hardware

CRM/reporting tools

Job description

JBT Marel Corporation is seeking a Field Service Technician to install, commission, troubleshoot, and service food processing equipment across multiple technologies. The role requires extensive travel and close collaboration with engineering, project management, and sales teams to ensure top-notch customer support.

The position emphasizes safety, communication, and practical problem solving in fast-paced environments, with a focus on delivering reliable performance and customer satisfaction.