Mechanical Technician (Level 1)

PEAK Technical Services Inc.; Village of Castleton-on-Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

PEAK Technical Services Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Field Technician to provide on-site support at a customer location in Castleton, NY. The role focuses on on-site repairs, maintenance, and demonstrations, with no required travel outside the customer site.

Responsibilities include hands-on servicing, training for in-house staff, and offering technical guidance. Candidates should have a high school diploma and technical knowledge, capable of working independently and handling multiple tasks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; associate degree preferred in technology such as mechanical, electrical, or electronics.
• Broad knowledge of mechanical hand tools and principles.
• Understanding of PC applications, including Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to use iPads to complete work orders, send/receive email, and attend team calls.
• Ability to present technical concepts to non-technical individuals.
• Proficient in understanding technical diagrams and manuals.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal direction.
• Adaptive to change and tight deadlines.
• Must be able to work independently with little supervision.
• Good customer service and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site repairs, maintenance, and general service tasks using basic hand tools.
• Conduct product demonstrations of basic mechanical equipment.
• Provide maintenance support and training to in-house maintenance staff when necessary.
• Offer technical guidance and expertise as applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Customer service

Independent work

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in mechanical/electrical/electronics

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

iPad usage

Job description

#Tech-Pro-Admin-01 Job Summary

We are seeking a Mechanical Field Technician to provide on-site support at a customer location in Castleton, NY. Technicians will be dedicated to one customer and will not be expected to travel as part of their job. Castleton, located in New York, offers a charming small-town atmosphere with easy access to the amenities of the larger Albany metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site repairs, maintenance, and general service tasks using basic hand tools.


• Conduct product demonstrations of basic mechanical equipment.


• Provide maintenance support and training to in-house maintenance staff when necessary.


• Offer technical guidance and expertise as applicable.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School degree (preferred: Associate degree in a technology field such as mechanical, electrical, or electronics).


• Broad knowledge of mechanical hand tools and principles.


• Understanding of PC applications, including Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


• Ability to use iPads to complete work orders, send/receive email, and attend team calls.


• Ability to present technical concepts to non-technical individuals.


• Proficient in understanding technical diagrams and manuals.


• Strong written and oral communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal direction.


• Adaptive to change and tight deadlines.


• Must be able to work independently with little supervision.


• Good customer service and organizational skills.


• Ability to reason, communicate, make cognitive decisions, understand deadlines and timelines, and provide accurate results.


• Flexibility to work extended hours during the workweek and have open availability to work weekends and holidays as needed.


• Must have the ability to lift 60 lbs. or less, carrying and lifting tools and parts weighing up to 20 lbs.


• Must be able to bend, squat, walk, stand, and/or sit for prolonged periods and must be able to carry 50 lbs.


• May be required to push and pull a cart with equipment weighing up to 60 lbs.

Shift/Work Schedule

Flexibility to work extended hours during the workweek and have open availability to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Additional Information

Company tools will be provided. Candidates should have protective footwear (boots required, steel toe recommended but not required) and gloves. Safety goggles and earplugs will be provided on-site.