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Field Service Tech III
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What they do
A Field Service Technician services and repairs equipment and machines in a variety of customer locations such as residential, commercial, or industrial settings. Workers in this field can specialize in the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of industrial, hardware, construction or electronic equipment just to name a few. These roles may work in a variety of remote locations and can travel up to multiple locations in a day.
$52,102 / year median in Virginia
+12% projected growth
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the repairs of components located on U.S. Naval vessels and repair centers
- Remove and replace various model pumps & valves that are attached and electric
- Must fabricate, assemble, and test pumps and valves per customer requirements to ensure repair work meets specifications
- Assist in rigging of equipment throughout the ship and maintain safety certifications for related equipment
- Disassemble, assemble, clean, inspect equipment using special tooling, measuring devices and visual inspection procedures
- Troubleshooting problems to determine root cause
- Install, align and op-test repaired equipment
- Assist in reviewing parts inventory by checking stock
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities- Knowledge of electrical and mechanical assembly and repair work
- Must be able to lift 50 to 75lbs and navigate throughout a ship
- Prior experience using hand tools and measuring equipment
- Read blueprints, drawings, and specifications helpful
- 50% travel required
- U.S. citizenship required, no dual citizenship Education & Experience
- Valid Driver's license a must 3+ years experience in a repair environment preferably in a shipyard
- High school diploma or equivalent required, associates degree, vocational or technical training preferred