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Field Service Technician
Manufacturing
Minneapolis, MN
Location: Minneapolis, MN | Schedule: Full-time, field-based with extensive travel | Compensation: $30.00-$40.00/hour
Overview
A world-leading manufacturer of CNC machinery, machining centers, automation systems, and laser cutting and turning equipment is expanding its nationwide field service team and seeking a Field Service Technician based in or near the Minneapolis, MN metro area. In this direct-hire role, you'll travel to customer sites across the country to commission new systems, integrate equipment, and troubleshoot technical issues, serving as a trusted technical resource for customers and the broader sales organization.
What you'll do
- Install new equipment at customer locations and support the sales team in servicing company machinery
- Travel to customer sites to diagnose problems and deliver effective service solutions, with 90-100% travel required
- Demonstrate relevant software capabilities to customers as part of installation and support
- Document all completed service work thoroughly, along with any future service needs identified on the equipment
- Prepare timesheets, service reports, and installation paperwork accurately and on schedule
- Track expenses and submit expense reports in a timely fashion
- Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with OSHA/MIOSHA guidelines
- Coordinate and communicate with other internal departments as needed
- Uphold a high standard of customer service and satisfaction throughout every engagement
- Work overtime when workload or customer needs require it
- Take on additional duties as assigned by management
Required qualifications
- Must reside within 50 miles of a major airport
- 90-100% travel required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable navigating the Internet for research and support
- Skilled in interpreting I/O structures for technical troubleshooting
- Able to effectively operate electrical/electronic test and measurement equipment
- Capable of analyzing and resolving technical mechanical or electrical problems based on measured data
- Comfortable reading and understanding technical content in equipment manuals and electronic documentation
- Able to accurately document the technical steps taken to resolve equipment and product issues
- Strong ability to communicate technical problems and resolutions to the corporate office
- Demonstrated customer service skills with a focus on building strong customer relationships
- Highly organized with excellent time management abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Resourceful, knowing when and who to contact for assistance on technical matters
- Strong team player able to collaborate with colleagues and customers at all levels
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Compensation and benefits
- $30.00-$40.00 hourly pay
- Overtime pay available
- Comprehensive benefits package at a competitive rate, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401k with company match
- Company-paid long-term and short-term disability coverage
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid time off starting at 15 days
Why this role
This is a direct-hire opportunity with a growing field service team, offering competitive hourly pay, overtime potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k match and generous paid time off.
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