Field Service Technician – Water & Wastewater Treatment

Mackinnon Bruce International; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackinnon Bruce International is seeking a Field Service Technician for water and wastewater treatment equipment. This role requires hands-on installation, startup, commissioning, and service at customer sites across the United States. Travel will be heavy, 60–80%, with work at municipal and industrial facilities.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical systems, read blueprints, and advise maintenance personnel. Safety and independence are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years' experience installing, commissioning, repairing or maintaining industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment startup and commissioning at customer jobsites.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Perform equipment rebuilds, refurbishments and component replacements both in-house and at customer locations.
• Provide customer training on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Provide technical recommendations to maintenance personnel and water/wastewater treatment operators.
• Identify opportunities for replacement parts, maintenance and additional service requirements.
• Complete detailed service reports covering repairs, maintenance and warranty work.
• Travel approximately 60-80% to customer sites throughout the continental United States.

Skills

Electro-mechanical systems

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

AC/DC motor controls

PLCs

VFDs

Pump systems

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprints & drawings

Technical interpretation

Job description

Field Service Technician - Water & Wastewater Treatment

Location: Missouri, USA

Travel: 60-80% across the continental United States

Employment: Full-time

About the Company

Our client is a rapidly growing provider of water and wastewater treatment equipment and technologies, supporting municipal and industrial customers across the United States.

The company specialises in engineered treatment and chemical feed systems, providing equipment, service and technical support to customers across the water infrastructure sector.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to join their team.

The Opportunity

The Field Service Technician will be responsible for equipment installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair at customer sites across the United States.

This is a highly hands-on position suited to a technically strong individual who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, working directly with customers and travelling to different job sites.

The successful candidate will be professional, dependable, safety-conscious and comfortable working independently in challenging industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform equipment startup and commissioning at customer jobsites.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair and maintain mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Perform equipment rebuilds, refurbishments and component replacements both in-house and at customer locations.
• Provide customer training on equipment operation and maintenance.
• Provide technical recommendations to maintenance personnel and water/wastewater treatment operators.
• Identify opportunities for replacement parts, maintenance and additional service requirements.
• Complete detailed service reports covering repairs, maintenance and warranty work.
• Work closely with engineering, project management and sales teams to resolve technical issues.
• Ensure all site work is completed safely, efficiently and within required timelines.
• Select and maintain the appropriate tools and equipment required for field activities.
• Maintain all company equipment, tools and materials in safe and working condition.
• Follow all customer and company safety procedures, including PPE and respiratory protection requirements.
• Travel approximately 60-80% to customer sites throughout the continental United States.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 3-5+ years' experience installing, commissioning, repairing or maintaining industrial equipment.
• Strong experience with electro-mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, AC/DC motor controls, PLCs, VFDs and pump systems.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to diagnose technical problems and identify appropriate solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, plans and equipment specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skil