Field Service Technician (Swiftwater, PA)

Particle Measuring Systems, Inc.; Niwot (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Particle Measuring Systems is seeking a Field Service Technician I to support on-site maintenance and repair at partner sites in Pennsylvania, with travel in the region. The role reports to the Field Service Manager and requires an electronics background, strong problem-solving, and customer-focused communication.

This onsite position offers a base hourly salary with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to grow within a global leader in micro-contamination monitoring equipment.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associates Degree in Electronics or military equivalent.
• Ability to read schematics in English.
• Ability to troubleshoot with minimal guidance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player focused on customer satisfaction and quality with a sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Calibrating, troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment.
• Support customer calibration and maintenance of Particle Measuring Systems equipment.
• Researching customer problems and complaints.
• Acting as a liaison between customers and departments.
• Continuously evaluate processes for improvements in efficiency, quality, and safety.

Skills

read schematics in English

troubleshoot with minimal guidance

verbal and written communication

independent worker

customer-focused

Education

Associates Degree in Electronics

Job description

Title Field Service Technician I

Department North America Field Service

Location On-site/Traveling (Swiftwater, PA)

Reports To Field Service Manager

About Us

Established in 1972, Particle Measuring Systems is a global leader for micro-contamination monitoring equipment improving the performance of clean manufactures in the semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries. We’re a growing technology company in Niwot, Colorado, the heart of the Rocky Mountains. We offer an exceptional and rewarding work environment in a great place to live. Our employees enjoy challenging projects in the development and manufacture of light scattering particle counters and diverse technologies and applications.

The Role

As a Field Service Technician, you’ll be addressing Particle Measuring Systems customer equipment maintenance and repair needs. The position is tasked with assuring customer satisfaction through timely and efficient maintenance and repair and continual improvement in the quality of our products and services. This position is an onsite service technician for our partners in Pennsylvania with additional travel in support of regional installation base (50% initially – rising to 100% in 2028).

Job Responsibilities

• Calibrating, troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment
• Supporting customer calibration and maintenance of Particle Measuring Systems micro-contamination monitoring equipment
• Researching customer problems and complaints
• Acting as a liaison between customers and various departments
• Continuously evaluate processes for improvements in efficiency, quality, and safety
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may evolve over time, and other related duties may be assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the company
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Required Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Electronics or military equivalent
• 1-year minimum previous Electronics Technician experience
• Ability to read schematics in English
• Ability to trouble shoot with minimal guidance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Team player focused on customer satisfaction and quality, with a sense of urgency

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of lasers, and/or collecting and condensing optics helpful but not required

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• This is an onsite position located at one of our industry partner sites in Pennsylvania
• This role operates primarily in an office/lab environment. Must be able to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods of time
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs. required
• Travel: 50% initially; up to 100% by 2028
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary range: $29 - $43 per hour, depending on experience
  • Our compensation philosophy: we offer competitive pay based on market data, including local, national, and industry benchmarks. For new hires, offers are generally within the established min- to mid-point of the range for the role, with flexibility to recognize experience, skills, and education. Our approach ensures fair pay internally while remaining competitive externally and allows room for growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • Health coverage: medical, dental, vision, fsa, onsite clinic (CO employees), life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Vacation, holiday, and leave policies
  • Tuition reimbursement, Employee recognition programs, Employee assistance programs

Particle Measuring Systems is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive