Job Details

Our client is the largest North American manufacturer of industrial heat treat equipment, is seeking technically skilled and mechanically inclined individuals-especially transitioning military veterans-to join our team as Field Service Technicians. This role offers an exciting opportunity to apply your military training and hands-on experience in a fast-paced, global manufacturing environment.

We recognize the unique discipline, adaptability, and troubleshooting capabilities that veterans bring to the field. If you have experience working on complex mechanical or electrical systems, managing deployments or equipment installation, or performing maintenance in demanding environments, we encourage you to apply.

Why This Is a Great Fit for Veterans:

Leverage Your Skills in mechanical, electrical, welding, or systems troubleshooting

Structured & Mission-Focused Work - Clear tasks, timelines, and technical procedures

Travel-Based Role - Frequent domestic and international travel (similar to deployments)

Team-Oriented Environment - Work closely with other technicians and engineers

Purpose-Driven Work - Install critical manufacturing systems that power the automotive and industrial sectors

What You'll Do:

Oversee off-loading, placement, and mechanical/electrical assembly of heat treating equipment at customer sites

Perform hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, combustion, and piping systems

Verify system functionality per technical drawings, specifications, and safety standards

Support initial equipment operation, provide on-site training to customer personnel

Document field changes, system updates, and complete technical reports

Interface with customers and contractors to resolve installation issues

Travel up to 90-95% of the time (typically 2-week assignments, with weekends home)

What You Bring:

Military experience in technical roles (mechanical, electrical, avionics, engineering, maintenance, etc.)

Strong mechanical aptitude, familiarity with tools, system schematics, and diagnostics

Working knowledge of electrical systems, controls, or PLCs

Welding experience a plus

Experience with conveyors, piping systems, or industrial machinery highly desirable

Able to work independently or on a team and communicate effectively under pressure

Willingness to travel extensively (domestic and international)

Note to Veterans: Even if you don't have direct furnace experience, your mechanical and systems background makes you a strong candidate.

Compensation & Benefits:

Base pay: $85,000-$95,000

Significant overtime pay (1.5x over 40 hrs/week, 2x Sundays) - Most Field Techs exceed $100,000/year

Profit-sharing bonus (avg. 2-5% annually, company performance based)

Full benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401(k) with company match Job 58586