Transit Field Service Tech: Install, Test & Travel

RL Controls; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

RL Controls is hiring a Field Service Technician in the United States to perform installations and testing for vehicle systems, including software/hardware upgrades and network components. The role requires hands-on work, wire termination, conduit tasks, and the ability to travel nationally.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of field service experience in mass transit, a technical degree (preferred), and strong skills with tools, schematics, and high-voltage safety.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of field service experience in the mass transit industry.
• Technical degree preferred; industry certifications are a plus.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and apply technical documentation, specifications, and schematics.
• Competence with hand and power tools, including calibrated tools and multimeters.
• Proficiency in wire termination, cabling, conduit work, and working around AC and DC high-voltage systems.
• Problem-solving, adaptability, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills for reports and following instructions.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work at heights up to 25 feet, and operate in confined spaces.
• Willingness to travel nationally with a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Completing hands-on installations, upgrades, and disassembly of vehicle systems.
• Performing system testing, integration, and troubleshooting as part of a project team.
• Conducting site surveys and attending site-specific meetings.
• Installing and commissioning wired and wireless low-voltage network solutions.
• Validating network functionality and documenting results.
• Adhering to OSHA, FRA, and RL Controls safety and PPE standards.

Skills

Field service experience

Technical documentation reading

Reading schematics

Multimeters

High-voltage safety

Communication/reporting

Physical capability

Travel willingness

Education

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Calibrated tools

Wiring termination

Cabling

Network testing equipment

Job description

RL Controls is hiring a Field Service Technician in the United States to perform installations and testing for vehicle systems, including software/hardware upgrades and network components. The role requires hands-on work, wire termination, conduit tasks, and the ability to travel nationally.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of field service experience in mass transit, a technical degree (preferred), and strong skills with tools, schematics, and high-voltage safety.