Field Service Technician Trainee (PES) - Beverages

PepsiCo; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo is seeking a field service technician in Midland, TX to install, troubleshoot, and maintain beverage equipment at customer locations. You will drive between sites, diagnose issues, and perform proactive maintenance to ensure products flow smoothly.

You will educate customers on basic repair procedures and keep accurate service records. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and passing a CDL/clearance process; the work is fast-paced and customer-facing.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older and able to obtain CDL license.
• EPA Section 608 certification is required.
• Refrigeration Certification Type I/II preferred where applicable.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in tight spaces.
• Effective communication in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Install, set up, and perform preventative maintenance on vending, cooling, and fountain equipment.
• Diagnose equipment issues and determine repairs or replacements.
• Educate customers on basic equipment repair and upkeep procedures.
• Prioritize service and maintenance calls to meet customer service windows.
• Drive to customer locations and perform on-site service and repairs.
• Remove and replace parts; manage parts inventory on service truck.
• Build strong customer relationships through clear communication and follow-through.
• Unload and reload equipment and transport components as needed.

Skills

CDL License

EPA Section 608 Certification

Refrigeration Certification Type I/II

Physical strength

English communication

Education

CDL License

EPA Section 608 Certification

Refrigeration Certification Type I/II

Job description

Quick LookPay: $28.35 per hourLocation: Midland, TXWork Days: Mon-FriStart Time: 0900End Time: 1730Click here to watch our Realistic Job Preview!Install and troubleshoot beverage equipment to keep beloved brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, and Aquafina flowing at customer locations safely and on time.What You’ll DoInstall, set up, and perform preventative maintenance on vending, cooling, and/or fountain equipmentDiagnose equipment issues and use good judgment to determine the best repair or replacement optionEducate customers on basic equipment repair and upkeep proceduresPrioritize and schedule service and preventative maintenance calls to meet customer service windowsDrive to customer locations, evaluate situations, and perform necessary work (may include plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, and carpentry)Remove old parts and replace with new parts; maintain parts inventory on your service truckCollect accurate equipment and customer information and complete documentation after each call (training provided)Build positive relationships with customer contacts at service calls through clear communication and follow throughUnload and reload equipment with products as needed, and transport miscellaneous items (e.g., compressors, recycling)Minimum Qualifications21 years or olderValid CDL { } License with Non-Excepted Interstate Status and Follow DOT regulations (Note: In all California locations except Stockton, both non-excepted intrastate and non-excepted interstate status are accepted for this position. In Stockton, CA, only non-excepted interstate status is accepted.)Ability to communicate effectively in EnglishPosition must be able to lift up to 50lbs (with or without accommodation)Position must be able to reach lift, carry, push and pull (with or without accommodation)Position requires kneeling, squatting, crouching, crawling and bending when making repairs, often in low places (with or without accommodation)Position requires EPA Section 608 CertificationPosition must be able to pass refrigeration certification Type I/Type II practices (if applicable)What to ExpectOn-the-Job Training: Learn the role through hands-on and classroom trainingHigh Energy Workplace: On the go for most of the day in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment that involves lifting, bending, and moving product throughout your shiftHealth & Lifestyle Benefits: As a full‑time team member, you’ll be supported with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to grow a long‑term career at PepsiCo.Click here to join our Talent CommunityAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender IdentityOur Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available [1] EEO is the Law & [2] View the PepsiCo EEO Policy.