Service technician

Manpower, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Our client in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Service Technician to join a field-focused team supporting rail vehicle systems. You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, interpret schematics, and perform field modifications with minimal supervision while maintaining safety and quality.

The role runs 7:00AM - 3:30PM on weekdays, with duties including retrofits, on-site testing, and commissioning at customer sites.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems from 24VDC to 480VAC.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and manuals.
• Experience performing field modifications on rail vehicles.
• Proven troubleshooting across electrical, mechanical and electromechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform field modifications, retrofits, and upgrades on rail vehicles and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems from 24VDC control circuits through 480VAC power systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical issues.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and installation instructions.
• Verify installation and functionality through testing and documenting results.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Schematic interpretation

Field service

Test equipment use

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Insulation testers

Job description

Our client is seeking a Service technician to join their team in Philadelphia, PA. As a Service technician, you will be part of a field-focused team supporting rail vehicle systems and associated equipment. The ideal candidate will bring strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, the ability to interpret schematics and engineering documentation, and the drive to execute field modifications with minimal supervision while maintaining safety and quality.

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Pay Range: $30

Shift: 7:00AM - 3:30PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)

What's the Job?

• Perform field modifications, retrofits, and upgrades on rail vehicles and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems from 24VDC control circuits through 480VAC power systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical system issues.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and installation instructions to execute modifications.
• Verify proper installation and functionality through testing and commissioning, including documenting work performed, deficiencies, corrective actions, and results.

What's Needed?

• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems from 24VDC through 480VAC.
• Proven troubleshooting experience across electrical, mechanical, and electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering change documentation.
• Experience performing field modifications and validating system functionality.
• Skilled use of electrical test equipment (e.g., multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers) and mechanical aptitude with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on complex rail vehicle systems with hands-on commissioning and testing.
• Chance to strengthen your independent problem-solving skills in the field.
• Experience applying engineering documentation to real-world modifications and corrective actions.
• Support for startup, commissioning, warranty, and field service activities at customer sites.
• Clear expectations around safety and quality compliance while working with minimal technical guidance.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)