Field Service Technician – Wastewater Systems Specialist

SMITH & LOVELESS INC; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Profit-Sharing Bonus

Employer-Paid Benefits (life, medical,

Paid Time Off

Medical & Dental Plans

HSA/FSAs

Travel-Heavy Role

Job summary

Smith & Loveless is seeking a Field Service Technician to join our field services team, partnering on site with clients to install, startup and troubleshoot S&L equipment, focusing on wastewater and pumping systems.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2–4 years of equipment servicing and troubleshooting experience, with strong electrical/mechanical skills. Expect about 70% travel and a comprehensive benefits package with retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of equipment servicing and troubleshooting experience.
• Working knowledge of pumping equipment, water treatment equipment, and controls.
• Mechanical experience with tools and piping, gaskets, and gears.
• Electrical experience in relay logic, PLCs, high voltage, and schematics.
• PLC coding skills a plus.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Willingness to travel extensively (about 70% annually).
• Valid driver’s license and U.S. passport (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Start up and troubleshoot S&L equipment in the field.
• Communicate with customer/site personnel and S&L teams during start-up and troubleshooting.
• Train customer personnel in operation and maintenance of S&L equipment.
• Prepare detailed field reports describing equipment problems or issues.
• Complete expense and start-up reports in a timely fashion.
• Act as a technical resource for internal departments and customers.
• Assist with training new field service engineers in the field.
• Work to minimize warranty and back charges while keeping startups within cost.
• Maintain neat and clean work areas, storage areas, and vehicles.

Skills

Equipment servicing

Troubleshooting

Pumping equipment

Water treatment equipment

Electrical controls

PLC knowledge

Blueprints & wiring diagrams

Customer service

Problem solving

Job description

Smith & Loveless is seeking a Field Service Technician to join our field services team, partnering on site with clients to install, startup and troubleshoot S&L equipment, focusing on wastewater and pumping systems.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2–4 years of equipment servicing and troubleshooting experience, with strong electrical/mechanical skills. Expect about 70% travel and a comprehensive benefits package with retirement plans.