Field Service Technician – Industrial Automation

We are seeking a hands-on Field Service Technician to join a growing industrial automation and machinery company with a strong family-oriented culture and long-term growth opportunities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys travel, solving technical challenges, working directly with customers, and supporting highly automated production equipment in the field.

The company is led by a visionary ownership team with multiple OEM operations and offers technicians the opportunity to grow their technical skillset while earning significant overtime income potential.

Position Overview

This role will focus on supporting automated machinery installations, commissioning, troubleshooting, repairs, and customer support at manufacturing facilities throughout the U.S., primarily in Texas. The technician will work closely with customers to ensure equipment operates efficiently and production downtime is minimized.

This is a travel-heavy role with strong overtime opportunities and long-term advancement potential.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and troubleshoot industrial automated equipment and production lines
• Provide onsite and remote technical support to customers and service teams
• Read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical schematics
• Perform startup, setup, acceptance testing, and operator training on new equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and controls-related issues
• Communicate service-related issues and updates with internal teams and factory support
• Support customer demonstrations, trade shows, and additional service-related activities as needed
• Deliver excellent customer service while representing the company professionally onsite

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• 2+ years of experience as a Service Technician or Field Service Technician
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical schematics
• Hands-on commissioning experience with industrial equipment or automated lines
• Comfortable with frequent travel and working independently onsite
• Ability to work overtime and occasional weekends as needed
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting industrial machinery or automation equipment
• Experience with busbar machinery or sheet metal automation
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting, programming, or diagnostics
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills
• Candidates located near Houston or Austin are highly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• $30–$40/hour depending on experience
• Significant overtime opportunities available
• Many technicians earn well into six figures annually with overtime
• Per diem and travel-related expenses covered
• Direct exposure to advanced automated manufacturing equipment
• Growth-oriented and team-focused company culture

Schedule & Travel

• Typical hours: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Travel: Up to 80%
• Occasional weekends and extended hours based on customer needs

If you enjoy travel, hands-on technical work, and solving complex automation challenges while being part of a close-knit and growing organization, we encourage you to apply.

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Field Service Readiness
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
• Electrical Schematic Reading
• Equipment Installation & Wiring
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance
• Equipment Installation
• Automotive Manufacturing Systems

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
• Servo Motors