Field Service Technician - Industrial Equipment
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Kelly Services
Detroit, MI (In Person)
$81,120 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Field Service Technician
- Medium to Large Industrial Equipment Direct Hire Must reside within a 1-hour driving distance of a major airport.
Preferred locations include:
Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Ohio, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota Compensation:
$35- $43/hour base targeted, with significant overtime opportunities. Technicians typically earn between ~$75,000
- $180,000+, depending on hours worked and travel. Kelly Engineering is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to join our client's team. This role is responsible for machine startup, repair, and maintenance on medium
- to large-sized industrial equipment at customer sites.
What You'll Do:
Install, commission, repair, and maintain automated machinery at customer sites (electrical and mechanical) Troubleshoot and optimize equipment to meet contracted efficiency rates; perform audits, upgrades, and operator training Document all service activity (installations, repairs, commissioning, upgrades) in detailed reports Recommend upgrades, retrofits, and spare parts to improve safety, performance, and reliability Train customer personnel during installation, commissioning, and maintenance Adapt to varying environments and resolve issues quickly in the fieldWhat You'll Need:
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills; ability to read drawings and schematics Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, and servo systems preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong organization, time management, and problem-solving skills Strong communication and customer-facing skills; able to train and support operators and leadership Self-motivated and able to work independentlyEducation and Experience:
High school diploma or GED required; trade school or associate degree in a technical field preferred 3+ years of field service experience, ideally with industrial equipmentOther Requirements:
Live within 1-hr driving distance of major airport in Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Ohio, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, or South Dakota 100% travel required; passport needed (occasional Mexico and Canada travel) Valid driver's license with a clean driving record Benefits Benefits that start day 1 Medical, dental, and vision options HSA/FSA 401k with match PTO All applicants applying for this job opening must be legally authorized to work in the United States and are required to have US residency at the time of application. Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. OPT or H1B Visa is not being accepted at this time. As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Why Kelly ® Engineering? Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.Similar jobs in Detroit, MI
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