CNC Machinery Repair Field Service Technician

Oct 22, 2026

· @Robyn Betsworth

Join the VetPowered Team: CNC Machinery Repair Field Service Technician

Are you an experienced Field Service Engineer or Industrial Maintenance Technician who enjoys solving complex mechanical and electrical challenges in the field?

VetPowered, a leader in advanced manufacturing solutions, is growing and looking for skilled technicians to keep our customers' equipment running reliably and efficiently. This is a travel-forward role supporting military installations, government facilities, and commercial manufacturers across the Southwest.

Primary Responsibilities:

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on CNC and industrial machinery at customer sites
Respond to emergency and unscheduled service calls within contract response times
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in the field
Support customers in minimizing downtime and maintaining reliable equipment operation

Qualifications:

Experienced CNC machinery repair technicians
Certification is a plus, but hands-on experience is highly valued
Strong troubleshooting ability across mechanical and electrical systems
Willingness to travel frequently, including overnight and multi-day trips
Ability to meet the requirements for access to military installations

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If you are looking for a role where your technical skills make a direct impact, we encourage you to apply and learn more about joining VetPowered.

About VetPowered

VetPowered, LLC, named Veteran Owned Small Business of the Year in the United States, is a rapidly growing San Diego based corporation specializing in manufacturing, welding, fabrication, machinery repair and customized training under private and US Government contracts. VetPowered employs a highly trained workforce that uses the latest in cutting edge CNC equipment. VetPowered is dedicated to bringing advanced manufacturing back to America.

Key Job Functions

At VetPowered, the CNC Machinery Repair Field Service Technician plays a critical role in maintaining and repairing CNC and industrial equipment at customer sites. This is a field-based position. The technician travels to military installations, other government facilities, and commercial customers to perform scheduled preventive maintenance, respond to emergency and unscheduled service calls, and complete repairs that keep customer production running.

The role focuses on troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance in support of safe, efficient, and accurate machine operation. It requires strong technical expertise, sound judgment while working alone at a customer site, and the ability to work both independently and with internal teams and customers. Travel is a regular and substantial part of this job, including overnight and multi-day trips.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Machine Installation and Setup:

Install and set up CNC machines according to manufacturer specifications
Conduct thorough testing and calibration to ensure accuracy and functionality

Preventive Maintenance:

Perform preventive maintenance at customer sites to reduce downtime and extend equipment life
Inspect, clean, and lubricate machine components according to maintenance schedules
Complete contracted preventive maintenance visits on schedule, including recurring monthly visits at government installations
Work the full scope of a maintenance visit, which may span consecutive days and require an overnight stay

Troubleshooting and Repairs:

Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
Perform repairs in a timely manner to support customer production schedules
Repair and maintain industrial equipment including shears, press brakes, ironworkers, saws, CNC mills and lathes, plasma tables, lasers, waterjets, and related machinery
Support equipment transport, rigging, and setup as required

Documentation:

Maintain accurate service records, including maintenance and repair history
Document machine adjustments, modifications, and configurations
Track work performed on equipment, vehicles, and assigned assets
Complete the documentation required by government contracts, including sign-in, escort, and service reporting requirements at each installation

Training and Support:

Provide guidance to operators on proper machine use and basic maintenance
Support production teams with technical questions and troubleshooting

Safety Compliance:

Follow all safety procedures during service and maintenance activities
Identify and address potential safety risks related to equipment operation
Follow all site-specific safety, security, and escort rules while working on a military installation

Collaboration:

Work with manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams to improve equipment performance
Communicate clearly with internal teams and customers to support service delivery
Coordinate with the assigned senior technician and local support staff on two-person jobs

Government Installation Support and Emergency Response

VetPowered holds service contracts at military installations and other government facilities, including Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas, Nevada. This position supports that work directly and is expected to carry contracted response times.

Nellis Air Force Base:

Travel to Nellis for recurring scheduled preventive maintenance visits, typically monthly and requiring an overnight stay
Respond to emergency service calls within 12 hours of notification
Respond to unscheduled service calls within 48 hours of notification
Participate in the on-call rotation that covers emergency response, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Accept an emergency call assignment when the technician is the only one available, regardless of normal schedule or rotation

Nellis is not necessarily the primary site for this position. The technician supports preventive maintenance and reactive service across the full customer base, including other military installations and government facilities, commercial manufacturers, and training partners.

Base and facility access:

Must be able to obtain and maintain access to military installations and other government facilities, including background screening required by the installation
Must follow installation sign-in, escort, badging, and security procedures
Must be able to work under the escort and scheduling constraints that apply on a secured site

Travel Requirements

This is a travel-heavy position. Travel is frequent, is a core part of the job rather than an occasional addition, and includes:

Regular overnight travel, with some trips running several consecutive days
Recurring monthly travel to Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas, Nevada
Travel to other military installations, government facilities, and commercial customer sites, primarily in California, Nevada, and Arizona
Short-notice travel in response to emergency and unscheduled service calls, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Driving a company vehicle to customer sites, with occasional air travel as needed

VetPowered covers travel, lodging, and related expenses in accordance with company policy. A valid driver license and a driving record acceptable to the company insurance carrier are required.

Service Calls and Customer Expectations

Maintain a professional appearance and represent VetPowered appropriately on customer sites
Communicate clearly with customers regarding scope of work, findings, and next steps
Prepare quotes, perform work, and coordinate materials as needed to complete service requests
Deliver consistent, professional, and respectful customer support
Review service contracts and repair requests prior to and during service execution
Understand the response times and scope limits that apply to each contract, and notify the service administrator promptly when work falls outside contracted scope

Other Duties

Support shop and field operations including maintenance, cleaning, diagnostics, and equipment rebuilds
Assist with facility maintenance as needed
Deliver or pick up parts, materials, and supplies
Maintain the service vehicle, tools, and stocked parts in ready condition for short-notice calls
Safely use hand and power tools
Safely lift up to 50 lbs without assistance
Perform other duties as assigned in support of company operations
Other duties as required in support of the department and company goals

Qualifications and Work Experience

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily (with or without an accommodation). The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.

High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certifications or education a plus
5+ years of industry experience working for a large OEM, or a third party service company such as DMG, Nakamura, Methods, Fanuc, DM Solutions, Ellison, Citizen, Makino, Star, Takisawa, Matsuura, Hardinge, Usach, Kellenberger, or similar
Proven experience as a CNC machining service technician or in a similar role
Strong knowledge of CNC machine operations and troubleshooting
Proficiency in the use and employment of advanced machine tool calibration systems such as Renishaw QC-20 Ballbar and XL-80 Laser Interferometer
Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings
Familiarity with various CNC control systems and software
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Demonstrated ability to work independently at a customer site, make sound decisions without direct supervision, and complete the job without a second technician present
Willingness and ability to travel frequently, including overnight and multi-day trips and short-notice emergency calls
Availability to participate in an on-call rotation covering nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to obtain and maintain access to military installations and other government facilities
Valid driver license and a driving record acceptable to the company insurance carrier

Mission and Values

Contribute to achievement of the Mission and Vision of our organization by being:

Attention to Detail: The ability to accomplish a task while demonstrating a thorough concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small.
All In: Brings their whole self to work and gives it their all no matter how difficult the job or situation.
Accountable: Takes personal responsibility for their work, owns mistakes, communicates honestly rather than hiding the truth, does not blame others or make excuses.
Adaptable: Easily adjusts to changing circumstances.
Always Improving: A constant, ongoing effort to improve something. This something can be a product, a service, one's skill set, or a team's way of working.

Important Notes

Position Details: This is a full-time hourly (non-exempt) position (40+ hours per week). Overtime is expected based on workload, travel, and customer needs. Emergency and unscheduled service calls may fall on nights, weekends, and holidays, and the technician participates in an on-call rotation to cover them.

Pay: This position includes base hourly pay, with eligibility for overtime and potential incentive compensation. The range of pay for this California-based position is $38.50 to $50.00 per hour. The actual compensation offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. If your experience differs from what is listed but you believe you can add value to VetPowered, you are encouraged to apply.

Benefits and Perks: VetPowered makes available comprehensive benefits the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Options include Medical (50% employer contribution), dental and vision coverage (100% employer contribution), a 401k program with employer match up to $1,000 per year, 8 paid holidays, and paid time off. While the Company intends to maintain these employee benefits, it reserves the absolute right to modify, amend or terminate these benefits at any time and for any reason.

Dress Code: Position is provided VetPowered uniforms and laundry service.

Supervisory: None

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to push, move, lift or otherwise bear 10-30 lbs (35-75 lb W/M). Applications may include but are not limited to repetitive work using a computer keyboard, mouse and headphones while sitting or standing at an assigned work desk area. The position also requires extended driving and periods away from home.

Work Environment: The employee works primarily at customer sites, including contract manufacturing facilities, military installations, and other government facilities, and secondarily at the VetPowered facility in an urban industrial neighborhood. Other areas within the VetPowered facility are mixed use such as administration, classrooms, welding, and machining areas. Employee may have additional environmental hazards such as chemical, electrical, flammable, or mechanical in nature. Customer sites may carry their own hazards, access restrictions, and safety requirements.

You should be proficient in:

CNC Machine Repair
Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
Maintenance and Repair Skills
Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
Spindle Maintenance & Repair
Equipment Repair & Maintenance
Troubleshooting CNC Machines

Machines & technologies you'll use:

CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
Turning Lathe
Manual Grinder
Manual Lathe
CNC Laser Cutter
CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
CNC Waterjet
Waterjet Cutting Machine
CNC Router
CNC Swiss Lathe
CNC Grinder
CNC Wire Bending Machine
CNC Plasma Cutter
Manual Vertical Mill
Jig Grinder
CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
CNC Lathe (5+ axis)
Universal Machining Center (5 axis UMC)
Universal Machining Center (3-4 axis)
Manual Plasma Cutter
Laser Punch Press
Laser Welder
Horizontal Machining Center (3-4 axis)
Horizontal Machining Center (5+ axis)
Vertical Lathe
Engine Lathe
Tube / Pipe Bender
Tube Mill
Turret Press
Hydraulic Shear / Shearing Machine
Paint Sprayer
Edge Bander