Remote Field Service Technician - Food Processing

BETTCHER INDUSTRIES INC; Jackson (MS); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cantrell-Gainco is seeking a hands-on Service Technician to install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain food processing equipment at customer sites and in our facility. The role covers electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, weighing, and control systems, requiring strong troubleshooting skills and clear customer communication.

Responsibilities include installation, start-up, service, inspection, and preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Mechanical skills with hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems and valves.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and drawings.
• Willingness to travel and flexible schedule.
• Excellent customer communication and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites to install, start up, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits, wiring, sensors, motors, control panels, and equipment controls.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical components, pneumatic valves and cylinders, and vacuum systems.
• Maintain, test, and calibrate weighing equipment.
• Complete equipment inspections and functional testing before shipment.
• Provide technical support by phone or remote tools.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Pneumatic systems

Electrical schematics

Computer skills

Independent work

Customer communication

Organization

Travel readiness

Education

High School diploma or better

Tools

B&R control systems

PLC troubleshooting

X-ray inspection systems

Metal detectors

Hopper scales

Wing Segmenters

Vacuum systems

Job description

Cantrell-Gainco is seeking a hands-on Service Technician to install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain food processing equipment at customer sites and in our facility. The role covers electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, weighing, and control systems, requiring strong troubleshooting skills and clear customer communication.

Responsibilities include installation, start-up, service, inspection, and preventive maintenance.