Field Service Technician – Kentwood Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Kentwood, MI is seeking Field Service Technicians to join a network that connects manufacturers with skilled service professionals. This role emphasizes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and customer-facing support in the Kentwood region.

Qualified candidates will have 2+ years of experience, the ability to read schematics, and a willingness to travel. Salary ranges from $49,000 to $81,000 depending on experience, with opportunities across Michigan’s manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate preferred.
• Two or more years servicing industrial or manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and calibrate equipment to specification.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Document service visits, parts used, and repairs.

Skills

Robotics

Lean manufacturing

Troubleshooting

Technical support

Electrical schematics reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

Industrial controls

Job description

Job Description:

Field Service Technician | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $49,000 – $81,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as a field service technician? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Kentwood area seeking experienced Field Service Technicians.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Field Service Technician opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Kentwood in Kent County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Lowell and Ada.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Kentwood region seeking Field Service Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates – not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and calibrate equipment to specification.
• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Document service visits, parts used, and repar…

Recommended Qualifications

• Valid driver license and willingness to travel frequently.
• Clear written and verbal communication with customers and coworkers.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate preferred.
• Two or more years servicing industrial or manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Associate degree in electronics, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, or industrial controls.
• Welding, machining, or fabrication skills.
• Prior experience in a field service or on-call role.
• Forklift, aerial lift, or rigging certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Maintenance Technician, Equipment Service Technician, Industrial Machinery Mechanic, Electromechanical Technician, Service Engineer, Machine Repair Technician, Controls Technician, Technical Support Technician, Field Service Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Robotics Support BASIC Lean Manufacturing Driving Operations Machinery Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Travel Electronics Manufacturing Automation Technical Support Troubleshooting Preparation Software Documentation Maintenance Training Management

Salary Package:

$ 49,000.00 – 81,000.00 (US Dollar)