Field Service Technician - Laboratory Products

Mettler-Toledo International, Inc; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Tools provided

Insurance coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mettler Toledo, a global leader in precision instruments, is hiring a field service technician to install, calibrate, and service lab equipment at customer sites. The role includes on-site and occasional remote support, with significant overnight travel to ensure high uptime and customer satisfaction.

You will troubleshoot, document work, and maintain parts inventory while communicating with customers and internal teams. Benefits include a company car, tools provided, and comprehensive coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or 5 years of relevant experience.
• 1–3 years of mechanical/technical experience using hand tools; field service or customer-facing experience preferred.
• Proficient with PCs, smartphones, and Microsoft Office; valid driver’s license required.
• Overnight travel typically up to 25% - 40% (higher during training); overtime around 10% - 15%, up to 25% at times.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, maintain, and repair lab instruments following procedures and customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot independently, elevate complex issues, and maintain accurate service and timekeeping records.
• Communicate professionally with customers and internal teams, promote services, and meet productivity and safety expectations.
• Maintain accurate inventory of parts, tools, and materials to support efficient service delivery.
• Act as a trusted technical resource to customers by providing guidance on proper use, care, and optimization of lab equipment.

Skills

Mechanical/Technical

PC proficiency

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

MS Office

Job description

About Mettler Toledo METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

Performs installation, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of lab measurement and weighing equipment with minimal assistance, while providing on-site and occasional remote support to customers. Ensures high customer uptime, accurate documentation, and supports sales of service and products.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Install, calibrate, maintain, and repair lab instruments following procedures and customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot independently, elevate complex issues, and maintain accurate service and timekeeping records.
• Communicate professionally with customers and internal teams, promote services, and meet productivity and safety expectations.
• Maintain accurate inventory of parts, tools, and materials to support efficient service delivery.
• Act as a trusted technical resource to customers by providing guidance on proper use, care, and optimization of lab equipment.

What You Need to Succeed

• High school diploma or GED required or 5 years of relevant experience.
• 1–3 years of mechanical/technical experience using hand tools; field service or customer-facing experience preferred.
• Proficient with PCs, smartphones, and Microsoft Office; valid driver’s license required.
• Overnight travel typically up to 25% - 40% (higher during training); overtime around 10% - 15%, up to 25% at times.
• Works in varied industrial and lab environments with potential exposure to chemicals, machinery, and moderate noise, using appropriate PPE.
• This position is considered safety sensitive and is subject to drug testing as permitted by law.

Our Offer to You

• A company car with paid insurance for your work needs.
• All tools and equipment needed to perform the job and a clothing allowance.
• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire.
• Tuition reimbursement, educational matching gift program, perks and discounts.
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits.
• Global market strength and worldwide leadership in weighing.
• A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation.
• Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards.
• A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here.

Mettler Toledo endeavors to make www.mt.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at [e-mail].