Field Service Technician (Pittsburgh, PA)

Life Fitness; California (MO); Remote; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Employee discounts and benefits

Job summary

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength seeks a Field Service Technician to cover the Pittsburgh area, diagnosing and repairing fitness equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and building strong customer relationships. Remote-based with up to 85% travel, you will support sales and service teams while delivering top-tier on-site service.

You will join a team focused on performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction, with incentives, a mobile allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years proven experience providing technical and mechanical troubleshooting and repair services on fitness equipment or products of equivalent complexity.
• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in electronics or technical field preferred.
• Ability to adapt quickly, multi-task, and thrive in a remote, deadline-driven environment as part of a distributed team.
• Proficiency diagnosing electro-mechanical, networking, and A/V issues with WiFi, power electronics, circuits, and DC/AC power systems.
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, results-oriented, and accountable.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with professional interface with customers.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license and be able to travel up to 85% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Independently diagnose and troubleshoot networking, electrical, or mechanical issues with fitness equipment and consoles; conduct preventative maintenance.
• Build relationships with customers and sales partners; act as a trusted service advisor and complete service on-site.
• Manage daily workload and scheduling to optimize service delivery and metrics like first-time fix rate.
• Travel within assigned territory, primarily via company van, to service locations.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts, coordinate disposition of exchanged parts, and keep company vehicle in good order.
• Record service reports and expense reports accurately and timely.
• Attend installs and regional trade shows; adhere to Life Fitness Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Field service

Troubleshooting

Networking

Electrical

Mechanical

Customer relations

Communication

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Oracle ERP

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in electronics

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together. Are you a hands-on problem solver who loves to be on the go and provide exceptional customer service? As a Field Service Technician with Life Fitness/Hammer Strength, you will manage an assigned service territory in the greater Pittsburgh, PA area visiting commercial and consumer customer locations to diagnose/troubleshoot, repair, and complete preventative maintenance on fitness equipment. You will work alongside Sales and as part of the broader Service team, building relationships and managing your service territory to provide a best-in-class customer experience – playing a critical role in our mission to bring high-performance, reliable solutions to people, wherever and whenever they work out. This is a remote-based position and, in order to effectively service customers in the region, applicants must live within a 50-mile radius of or be willing to move to the Pittsburgh, PA area. #LI-Remote Life Fitness/Hammer Strength's Field Service Technicians are responsible for:

• Independently diagnosing and troubleshooting networking, electrical, or mechanical issues with fitness equipment and entertainment consoles; conducting preventative maintenance
• Building strong relationships with customers and sales partners, establishing themselves as a trusted service advisor, and working to proactively complete service while on-site
• Managing daily workload and scheduling to ensure the best service to the customers and business - effective management of metrics such as tasks per day, customer resolution time, first-time fix rate, etc.
• Traveling assigned territory, primarily via company-provided van, to efficiently deliver on key metrics, referenced above
• Managing a proper inventory of spare parts, replenishment of service inventory, coordinating the disposition of exchanged parts, minimizing shrinkage, and generally maintaining company supplied vehicle in good working order
• Maintaining accurate service records and reports on equipment problems in the field and completing expense reports in timely fashion.
• Attending installs and regional trade shows
• Working in compliance with Life Fitness Health & Safety procedures.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What are we looking for in our Field Service Technicians (qualifications)?

• 3+ years proven experience providing technical and mechanical troubleshooting and repair services on fitness equipment or products of equivalent complexity
• High school diploma or GED required, Associate's degree in electronics or technical degree preferred
• The ability to adapt quickly, multi-task, and thrive in an independent (remote), deadline-driven environment; you will be working as part of an awesome, broader, but geographically distributed team
• Proficiency diagnosing and troubleshooting issues with electro-mechanical, networking, and audio / visual (A/V) technologies with strong working knowledge of WiFi connectivity, power electronics, digital / analog circuits, AC / DC power systems, etc.
• Ability to build great relationships with internal and external customers
• Strong organization skills, attention to detail, results-oriented, and accountable
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and an ability to interface with both internal and external customers in a positive, highly professional manner.
• Previous experience with Oracle or another comparable ERP preferred, and basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, etc) required
• Must be able to lift up to 50 - 100 pounds, push and pull equipment, and carry up to 50 pounds a distance of 100 feet; Must be able to stand, bend, and/or kneel for up to two hours at a time.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 85% of time via automobile (and occasionally via airplane).

THE LIFE FITNESS/HAMMER STRENGTH FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN ROLE IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO:

• Join a dynamic organization leading the global fitness industry, creating solutions that benefit facilities and exercisers, helping keep people active, and positively impacting lives.
• Take advantage of rewards and recognition for superior performance (base salary + commission and quarterly incentive eligibility).
• Collaborative environment fostering teamwork and accountability.
• Comprehensive wellness benefits
• Superior employee purchase program for Life Fitness/Hammer Strength brand product discounts and reduced rates on everyday products and services like vehicles, electronics, homeowner insurance, etc.

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At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength,we think customer first,play as one team, andraise the bar on fitness innovation—in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. Wepersevere and get it done, with a clear purpose toinspire each other to live healthier lives. Want to take the next step in your career? Life Fitness / Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. We’ll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we’ll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If it’s not the right opportunity this time, we’ll always let you know. At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits.

The salary range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $53,800 - $75,600 annually.

This role is categorized as non-exempt and eligible for overtime in accordance with applicable law. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Pittsburgh, PA and the actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in Life Fitness / Hammer Strength’s Technician Core Metric Incentive and Service Commission Plan with monthly bonus eligibility in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s).

This position is eligible to receive a mobile allowance to offset the costs of using a personal cell phone for business related purposes.

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to:

• a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• parental, medical and military leaves of absence
• paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year
• paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually
• paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
• company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability
• health savings account
• health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
• employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• hospital indemnity
• identity protection
• legal services
• adoption assistance
• tuition assistance
• commuter benefits
• employee discounts
• an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Employees also have access to our state-of-the-art on-site fitness center featuring industry-leading Life Fitness and Hammer Strength equipment, making it easy to support health and wellness before, during, or after the workday.

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding employment, recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Life Fitness/Hammer Strength has been inspiring the world to work out for more than 55 years. Every day, exercisers in more than 150 countries log in 1+ million workouts on the company’s connected fitness equipment – proving daily that Life Fitness/Hammer Strength is the world’s workout partner of choice. By seamlessly bringing innovative, high-performance and reliable equipment, wherever and whenever they work out, Life Fitness/Hammer Strength aims to inspire healthier lives. Headquartered outside of Chicago, in Rosemont, Illinois, the company manufactures and sells strength and cardiovascular equipment through its iconic Life Fitness and Hammer Strength brands. Life Fitnessis synonymous with innovation and quality in the cardio and strength training arena. The company’s cutting-edge equipment is designed to inspire and motivate, helping exercisers achieve their fitness goals with ease and efficiency. Hammer Strengthstands as a testament to raw power and durability. Renowned for its line of plate-loaded equipment, we dominate the strength training category with machines that are built to withstand the most intense workouts, trusted by athletes and fitness enthusiasts worldwide. By integrating the best of both brands, the company provides comprehensive workout solutions for commercial and consumer customers. For more information, visit www.lifefitness.com.

Our values drive how we work, grow, and win—together:

• We think customer first: We’re proactive, adaptable, and always improving the customer experience.
• We play as one team: We care, collaborate, and pick each other up—we win and lose together.
• We raise the bar on fitness innovation: We lead, not follow—pushing fitness further every day.
• We persevere and get it done: We out-work, out-match, and never compromise on quality or performance.
• We inspire each other to live healthier lives: We support well-being, inside and outside of work, to build a healthier world—together.