Field Service Technician

nVent; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement and paid time off

Job summary

nVent is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to support projects at power plants across the U.S. This role demands 75% travel to remote job sites, involving hands-on mechanical skills in construction environments.

The ideal candidate has welding certification, the ability to read blueprints, and a focus on safety and communication. A broad benefits package is offered for eligible full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Ability to work hours based on business needs.
• Willingness to participate in OSHA 30 training.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate tools and materials for projects.
• Work closely with customers and subcontractors.
• Conduct welding inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting.
• Provide daily updates on progress and challenges.
• Help manage project costs with accurate documentation.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Mechanical skills

Communication

Safety focus

Leadership experience

Education

AWS 6G MIG aluminum welding certification

Forklift/manlift operator training certification

Job description

Position Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Field Service Technician to support projects at power plants and industrial sites across the U.S. The role is field‑focused with 75% travel, often to remote power plants. Travel 75% of the time, often to remote job sites. It involves construction environments and hands‑on mechanical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate tools, materials, and equipment for the jobsite to keep projects running smoothly and on schedule.
• Work closely with customers and subcontractors on‑site, representing the company with professionalism and strong communication.
• Complete required safety processes, including Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) prior to any work.
• Conduct welding inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting based on company procedures and project needs.
• Provide the project manager with daily updates on progress, challenges, and any changes that may impact scope or timeline.
• Help manage project costs by submitting accurate field documentation, receipts, and reports on time.
• Perform welding and fabrication tasks in the shop when not assigned to field work to maintain steady hours and continuous employment.
• Field work often involves emergency or unscheduled tasks; hours may vary based on project demands.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tape measurements, and fabrication drawings.
• Prior leadership, crew coordination, or field supervision experience.
• Ability to work hours based on business needs; schedule not guaranteed to be standard.
• AWS 6G MIG aluminum welding certification (preferred).
• Willingness to participate in OSHA 30 training (required).
• Forklift/manlift operator training certification.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record (required).
• Willingness and ability to travel 75% of the time, often to remote power plants and industrial job sites.
• Ability to use basic technology and software, including tablets, laptops, and Microsoft Office products.
• Physical ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions; stand, walk, kneel, climb, and lift to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and communication with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Benefits

Benefit overview: At nVent, we provide a broad benefits package for eligible full‑time employees.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short‑term and long‑term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan – both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back‑up care services, paid time off (including volunteer time), a well‑being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.