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Job Title: Field Service Technician



Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to join our team and provide expert installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of conveyor systems. This role requires a proactive approach to technical issues and a commitment to ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality.

Responsibilities

Respond to service calls within 6 hours of the initial call.

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and be available for all service calls within the geographic region, keeping a bag packed for readiness.

Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the installation and maintenance of conveyor systems.

Communicate project status, risks, and issues to project managers and internal teams.

Collaborate with other departments such as engineering, sales, and customer service to ensure project success.

Maintain accurate project documentation and reports.

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Essential Skills

+ Experience working with conveyor systems.

+ PLC knowledge and understanding of mechanical and electrical aspects of conveyor systems or industrial equipment.

+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

+ Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree preferred.

+ 3+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical installation, specifically within the conveyor industry.

+ Willingness to travel to client sites frequently.

+ Physical ability to work in a field installation environment, including the ability to lift and carry heavy equipment.

+ Experience with basic hand and power tools.

+ Understanding of Spanish is a plus.

+ Technical ability to use a mobile device such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop computer.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned company with over 100 years of history, where employees are truly valued. Enjoy holiday cookouts, long-term career opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including medical and vision insurance starting day 1, 401k with company match, and profit-sharing bonuses. Take advantage of overtime opportunities and tuition reimbursement, all within a supportive work environment.

Work Environment

The work environment involves exposure to moving mechanical parts and requires adherence to safety standards, particularly when working at Amazon facilities. Employees must be comfortable using hand and power tools, climbing ladders, and operating forklifts and scissor lifts. The role demands physical stamina and the ability to handle materials in compliance with safety data sheet requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.