Field Service Technician

Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Posted: 07/02/2025 Job Number: 270222 Pay Rate: 70,000

Job Description


Field Service Technician – HVAC Manufacturing Equipment
Location: Travel-based (Domestic & Occasional International)
Pay Range: $70,500 – $85,000 
Schedule: Varies by project rotation with fellow technicians
Status: Full-Time

About the Role:
We’re looking for a skilled Field Service Technician to join a growing team supporting advanced metal-forming machinery used in HVAC duct fabrication. This is a hands-on role for someone with strong mechanical and electrical expertise, who’s comfortable working independently, solving problems in the field, and delivering excellent service to customers.

You’ll travel extensively to install, maintain, and troubleshoot precision equipment, while representing one of the most respected names in HVAC manufacturing automation.

What You’ll Do:

  • Install, service, repair, and retrofit complex automated machinery

  • Perform control upgrades, wiring, and system diagnostics

  • Read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring schematics, and layout diagrams

  • Diagnose electrical issues, test circuits, and replace components

  • Train customers on safe equipment operation and software use

  • Troubleshoot issues in the field and provide phone support when in-house

  • Complete service logs, expense reports, and maintenance documentation

  • Support quality control testing of new equipment as needed

  • Travel across the U.S. and internationally to customer sites

What You Bring:

  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and industrial electrical controls

  • 2+ years experience in industrial maintenance or field service

  • Experience with precision tools and diagnostic equipment

  • Ability to work in confined spaces and varying job site conditions

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills

  • Professionalism and independence on the job

  • Ability to pass a competency test, background check, and pre-employment drug screening

Education & Experience:

  • Completion of an Industrial Maintenance Program (or related education)

  • 3–5 years experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

  • Forklift or OSHA certifications a plus (not required)

Compensation & Perks:

  • Base salary: $70,500–$85,000, based on experience

  • Additional pay for weekend work or daily travel

  • Straight-time pay for hours worked beyond 8 hours per day while traveling

  • Per diem for travel days; all flights, hotels, and rentals covered

  • Base travel tool kit provided + job boxes with equipment on-site

  • Most travel jobs are two weeks at a time with weekends home

Physical Requirements:

  • Regularly stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 lbs

  • Use hands for assembly, measurement, and tool handling

  • Must have clear vision (near, distance, peripheral, focus adjustment)

Work Environment:

  • Exposure to moving mechanical parts, moderate noise, and manufacturing settings

  • Supportive, safety-first culture focused on quality and craftsmanship



We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
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