Service Technician

Westbury Search Group; Lakeland (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Ongoing training and professional development

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency is seeking a Service Technician for a role based in Florida. This position involves installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining packaging equipment at various customer sites. The candidate must possess strong mechanical and electrical skills and have a valid driver's license. The job requires occasional travel throughout Florida and the opportunity to work with advanced technology in a collaborative environment, along with a competitive compensation package including benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills are necessary.
• Experience with packaging or manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport required.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair packaging equipment including pallet wrappers and bundling systems.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Train customers on proper equipment operation.
• Train customers on proper equipment operation and maintenance.
• Complete service reports, mileage, and expense documentation weekly.
• Travel throughout Florida with occasional national and international assignments.
• Support service, sales, and operations teams as needed.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Organization

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Technical education or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Location: Lakeland, FL (travel throughout Florida with occasional national/international travel)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Company Vehicle: Provided

Overview

My client is seeking a Service Technician to install, troubleshoot, and maintain automatic and semi-automatic packaging equipment at customer sites. This role involves hands on mechanical and electrical work, customer interaction, and travel throughout Florida.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair packaging equipment including pallet wrappers, shrink, flow wrap, top seal, and bundling systems
• Troubleshoot PLCs, pneumatics, and electrical systems both onsite and in-house
• Prepare equipment for shipment and ensure operational and safety standards are met
• Train customers on proper equipment operation and maintenance
• Complete service reports, mileage, and expense documentation weekly
• Support service, sales, and operations teams as needed
• Travel within Florida with occasional national and international assignments

Requirements

• Technical education or equivalent experience (Millwright, Electrician, or similar)
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with packaging or manufacturing equipment preferred
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

What My Client Offers

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and 401(k)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to work with advanced packaging technology in a collaborative environment