Senior Field Service Technician
Status: Open
- Pay
- $60–$110/hr
- Location
- Remote
- Employment type
- Contractor
- Openings
- 20
- Posted
- 2026-09-29
About this opportunity
Required skills
- Electrical Schematic Reading
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Diagrams
- PLC & Industrial Controls Troubleshooting
- HVAC/Elevator/Heavy Equipment Service
- Equipment Fault Diagnosis
What you'll do
- Review and interpret complex electrical schematics, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams to assess equipment function and fault pathways.
- Diagnose faults and performance issues in industrial, HVAC, elevator, heavy equipment, marine, rail, utility, or telecom systems using technical documentation.
- Analyze PLC logic and industrial controls to identify root causes of operational issues and recommend evidence-based solutions.
- Document clear, detailed written reports of troubleshooting approaches, findings, and corrective actions for use in AI model training.
- Evaluate compliance with relevant US codes (NFPA 70/79, ASME A17.1, OSHA) and highlight code-specific requirements based on real project scenarios.
- Communicate technical concepts and diagnostic reasoning effectively in written and verbal form for diverse audiences.
- Provide expert commentary on practical maintenance, service, and repair strategies based on extensive field experience.
Preferred qualifications
- 8+ years of hands-on troubleshooting experience in industrial, HVAC, elevator, hydraulic, heavy vehicle, marine, rail, utility, or telecom equipment.
- Advanced proficiency reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, hydraulic and pneumatic layouts.
- Deep familiarity with PLC programming, industrial controls, and fault-finding processes.
- Strong working knowledge of US safety and operational codes (NFPA 70/79, ASME A17.1, OSHA).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex diagnostics into clear documentation.
- Demonstrated capacity to analyze technical information and craft expert-level insights.
- Previous experience authoring technical service reports or instructions is a plus.