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Field Service Technician
Manufacturing
Detroit, MI
Location: Detroit, MI | 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 is looking to add a Field Service Technician based near Detroit, MI. In this direct-hire role, you'll travel to customer sites across the country to commission new equipment, integrate systems, and troubleshoot technical issues, serving as a trusted technical resource for customers and the sales team alike.
What you'll do
- Install new equipment at customer locations and support the sales staff with ongoing servicing needs
- Travel to customer sites to diagnose issues and deliver effective, on-site solutions
- Demonstrate relevant company software capabilities directly to customers
- Document all completed service work thoroughly, along with notes on future service needs
- Prepare timesheets, service reports, and installation forms accurately and on schedule
- Track expenses and submit expense reports in a timely manner
- Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with OSHA/MIOSHA guidelines
- Coordinate and communicate with other internal departments as needed
- Work overtime hours when workload or customer needs require it
- Uphold a high standard of customer service and satisfaction throughout every engagement
- Take on additional duties as assigned by management
Required qualifications
- Must live within 50 miles of a major airport
- Able to commit to 90-100% travel
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Comfortable navigating the Internet effectively for research and support
- Able to understand and apply I/O structure for technical troubleshooting
- Skilled in using electric/electronic test and measurement equipment
- Capable of analyzing and resolving technical mechanical or electrical issues based on measured data
- Able to read and comprehend technical material in equipment manuals or electronic formats
- Able to accurately document the technical steps taken to resolve equipment and product issues
- Able to clearly communicate technical issues and resolutions to the corporate office
- Demonstrated customer service skills with a strong focus on building relationships
- Highly organized with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to work effectively with minimal supervision
- Resourceful, with good judgment about when and who to call for assistance
- Strong time management skills
- Effective team player able to work with all levels of colleagues and customers
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Compensation and benefits
- $30.00-$40.00 hourly pay
- Overtime available
- Comprehensive benefits available at a great rate, including medical, dental, and vision
- 401k with match
- Company-paid long- and short-term disability
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid time off (15 days to start)
Why this role
This is a direct-hire opportunity with a world-leading OEM, offering competitive hourly pay, overtime potential, and a comprehensive benefits package while you play a key role supporting customers nationwide.
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