Field Service Technician (Industrial Equipment)

Remote; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Day

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability and Accident

401K with employer match

Permanent Full-time Position

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Daniels Health is seeking a hands-on Field Service Technician to oversee installation and startup of critical process and support systems at medical waste treatment facilities. You will develop installation plans, coordinate equipment procurement, and ensure utilities are integrated for reliable operations.

This role blends project management with mechanical and electrical systems expertise, supporting safe, compliant, and efficient plant start-ups and ongoing maintenance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial equipment installation, manufacturing engineering, facility construction, maintenance, field service, or commissioning environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience working on industrial machinery including conveyors, drives, bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating equipment.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motors, sensors, relays, control circuits, and safe troubleshooting practices.
• Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, automation systems; ability to follow I/O, diagnose equipment issues, and support startup activities.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, mechanical drawings, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
• Proven problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to travel up to 50-60% of the time

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation, startup, and commissioning of process equipment and utility systems at Daniels Health treatment facilities across North America.
• Develop installation plans, schedules, and project execution strategies for facility expansions, upgrades, and new site builds.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, project managers, and operations teams to ensure safe, on-time, and cost-effective project delivery.
• Manage procurement, technical review, and integration of equipment including autoclaves, wash systems, boilers, compactors, compressors, conveyors, and supporting utilities.
• Interpret and verify mechanical drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, submittals, and field changes to ensure installation quality and compliance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues during installation and startup, driving timely resolution and system optimization.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, LOTO, and site safety requirements while supporting operator training, documentation, and CMMS implementation.

Skills

Industrial machinery

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical systems

PLCs & HMIs

Reading drawings

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

Automation systems

Job description

The Field Service Technician (Industrial Equipment) will oversee and execute the installation and startup of critical process and support systems at Daniels Health medical waste treatment facilities. You’ll be responsible for developing installation plans, purchasing and coordinating equipment, and ensuring all utilities and systems are correctly integrated for reliable operations.

This is a hands-on, cross-functional engineering role that blends project management, mechanical system expertise, and construction oversight, contributing directly to Daniels Health’s mission of creating safer, more efficient, and sustainable medical waste solutions.

This role requires up to 60% travel to our various locations across the United States.

What you will do

• Lead the installation, startup, and commissioning of process equipment and utility systems at Daniels Health treatment facilities across North America.

• Develop installation plans, schedules, and project execution strategies for facility expansions, upgrades, and new site builds.

• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, project managers, and operations teams to ensure safe, on-time, and cost-effective project delivery.

• Manage procurement, technical review, and integration of equipment including autoclaves, wash systems, boilers, compactors, compressors, conveyors, and supporting utilities.

• Interpret and verify mechanical drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, submittals, and field changes to ensure installation quality and compliance.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues during installation and startup, driving timely resolution and system optimization.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, LOTO, and site safety requirements while supporting operator training, documentation, and CMMS implementation.

What we are looking for

• 5+ years of experience in industrial equipment installation, manufacturing engineering, facility construction, maintenance, field service, or commissioning environments.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience working on industrial machinery, including conveyors, drives, bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating equipment.

• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motors, sensors, relays, control circuits, and safe troubleshooting practices.

• Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, automation systems, and industrial controls; ability to follow I/O, diagnose equipment issues, and support startup activities.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, mechanical drawings, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.

• Proven problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• Ability to travel up to 50-60% of the time

Why work for us

• Job Stability – As an essential service to healthcare, Daniels Health is non-seasonal and recession-proof

• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective on Day One; Paid Short-Term Disability; Company-sponsored Life Insurance; Voluntary Long-Term Disability and Accident Insurance

• 401K Matching Plan – 50% employer match on up to 6% contribution (up to 3% employer contribution) with a 5-year vesting schedule and no waiting period on the match

• Permanent Position – Full-time, 40 hours per week with long-term career potential

• Mission-Driven Work – Be part of a company that’s making healthcare safer and more sustainable through innovative waste management solutions

• Growth & Development – Opportunities to expand your skills in leadership, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within a supportive and evolving organization