Senior Field Technician: Forestry Equipment Deployments

Earth Force; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Earth Force is seeking a Senior Field Technician to install, service, and repair integrated hardware and software on forestry equipment across the northern Sierra Nevada region. Based near Reno–Tahoe, you will deploy systems on heavy machinery in remote forests, troubleshoot in the field, and coordinate with operators, customers, and internal teams.

The role requires strong electrical and mechanical skills, safe practices, and the ability to manage field assignments from prep to completion,

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years in field service, equipment maintenance, installation or similar technical role.
• Ability to plan and execute installations, maintenance and repairs in field environments.
• Strong knowledge of 12V/24V electrical systems and diagnostics.
• Hands-on mechanical and fabrication skills for mounting and wiring.
• Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, hardware, software and connectivity issues.
• Experience managing tools, parts, and test equipment safely and efficiently.
• Navigate remote worksites, operate 4WD vehicles, access equipment on foot.
• Strong safety awareness and judgment around heavy machinery and active jobsites.
• Clear communication and documentation; coordinate with operators, customers, and teams.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, willingness to travel regionally; weekends possible.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, troubleshoot, and repair integrated hardware and software on forestry equipment.
• Deploy and support Earth Force technology across northern Sierra Nevada regions.
• Coordinate with operators, customers, and internal technical teams.
• Safely manage field assignments from preparation to completion, including travel.
• Navigate remote terrains and maintain safety standards on site.

Skills

Field service

Electrical systems

Mechanical fabrication

Troubleshooting

Remote work

Team coordination

Documentation

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Tools

Linux

Networking

Embedded computing systems

Command-line tools

Job description

Earth Force is seeking a Senior Field Technician to install, service, and repair integrated hardware and software on forestry equipment across the northern Sierra Nevada region. Based near Reno–Tahoe, you will deploy systems on heavy machinery in remote forests, troubleshoot in the field, and coordinate with operators, customers, and internal teams.

The role requires strong electrical and mechanical skills, safe practices, and the ability to manage field assignments from prep to completion,