Field Service Technician: Predictive Maintenance

Kirby Risk Corporation; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with company match & Profit Sh\

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kirby Risk Mechanical Solutions & Service in Lafayette, IN seeks a Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and service equipment in customer facilities. The role emphasizes hands-on equipment work, problem solving, and proactive maintenance.

The position involves on-site start-ups, maintenance tasks, and after-hours rotations; travel is daily with occasional overnight. Candidates should have technical training or hands-on experience and a customer-service mindset.

Qualifications

• College-level coursework or 2+ years relevant experience.
• Trade/technical school certification or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Understanding of electrical wiring principles and mechanical systems.
• PLC, Controls and Robotics a plus.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Solid math skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, work independently, and think critically.
• Continuous learner with ability to retain technical training and skill development.
• Proficiency with computers; Microsoft Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) start-ups, troubleshooting and diagnostics across various customer environments.
• Conduct predictive and preventative maintenance services including vibration analysis, laser alignment, oil analysis, infra-red thermography, dynamic balancing, and motor circuit analysis.
• Provide ongoing technical support after repair services are completed.
• Present detailed service findings and recommendations for customer review and approval.
• Coordinate job flow with customers and internal MSS scheduling teams.
• Document all service calls for accurate and timely billing.
• Track results and success metrics for implemented programs.
• Maintain professionalism in all customer and vendor interactions.
• Pursue ongoing education to stay current with MSS technologies and applications.
• Support on-call and after-hours service rotations.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical systems

PLC/Robotics

Customer service

Math skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Education

College-level coursework or 2+ years relevant experience

Trade/technical school certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kirby Risk Mechanical Solutions & Service in Lafayette, IN seeks a Field Service Technician to diagnose, repair, and service equipment in customer facilities. The role emphasizes hands-on equipment work, problem solving, and proactive maintenance.

The position involves on-site start-ups, maintenance tasks, and after-hours rotations; travel is daily with occasional overnight. Candidates should have technical training or hands-on experience and a customer-service mindset.