Elevate Your Craft: Field Service Engineer (CNC & Advanced Automation)
Are you an experienced field service engineer, industrial electrician, HVAC specialist, or heavy equipment technician who thrives on solving complex mechanical and electrical puzzles?
Step up to a role that offers higher earning potential, cleaner work environments, and elite technical growth with one of North America's premier industrial machinery distribution networks-a multi-generational, family-owned business and USA Today Top Workplace.
No prior CNC experience? No problem. We actively hire top troubleshooters from related technical backgrounds and provide comprehensive, paid, hands-on and factory training to turn you into a recognized expert in cutting-edge CNC equipment and automation systems.
Why Top Technicians Are Making the Switch
Elite Earning Potential: Target starting compensation of $115,000 - $130,000+ (flexible based on experience), offering significantly higher earning trajectory than most traditional trade or maintenance roles.
Paid Master-Level Training: Receive structured classroom, vendor, and field-shadowing training to master complex CNC systems, precision alignments, and advanced drive/control technologies.
Work Near Home: Enjoy daily regional field service calls (primarily within ~2 hours of home) with minimal long-distance travel, giving you the perfect balance of independence and routine.
Modern, High-Tech Environments: Work inside clean, climate-controlled, precision manufacturing facilities operating state-of-the-art machinery.
Unrivaled Benefits: Market-leading healthcare (including a $0-premium medical plan option), 3+ weeks starting vacation, 10 paid holidays, and a generous 401(k) company match.
Who We Are Looking For
If you have a strong work ethic, excel at diagnostic troubleshooting, and enjoy working independently in the field, we want to talk to you. Candidates with background experience in Commercial HVAC, Diesel/Heavy Equipment, Industrial Maintenance, Low-Voltage Electrical, or Aircraft/Avionics Maintenance bring the exact foundational skills needed to thrive in this role.
location: Telecommute
job type: Permanent
salary: $120,000 - 130,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: No Degree Required
responsibilities:
- Diagnostics & Repair: Perform on-site troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on industrial equipment and precision CNC machine tools at customer manufacturing facilities.
- Electrical Systems: Diagnose and repair electrical components, motors, drives, encoders, transformers, and automated control systems.
- Mechanical Systems: Perform mechanical repairs, component assemblies, alignments, and fluid power system maintenance (hydraulics/pneumatics).
- Precision Testing: Use diagnostic tools (multimeters, oscilloscopes) and precision measuring fixtures to perform critical machine alignments and tolerance checks.
- Schematic Reading: Interpret complex electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, hydraulic layouts, and technical manuals.
- Installation & Commissioning: Help install, set up, and commission new machinery at client sites.
- Customer Support: Provide clear, professional verbal updates to customers, offer basic operator guidance, and complete accurate service reports.
- Collaboration: Work self-sufficiently in the field while collaborating with regional technical support teams and service managers when needed.
qualifications:
Required Capabilities:
- Strong foundation in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
- Proficiency using multimeters, power tools, and mechanical measuring instruments.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and service documentation.
Preferred Experience & Skills (Not all required):
- Hands-on electrical troubleshooting (motors, drives, control circuits, PLCs).
- Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic fluid systems.
- Experience with mechanical alignments, ball screws, linear guides, or spindle repairs.
- Prior CNC machine tool service experience is a plus, but not required.
Training, Growth & Development
We invest heavily in our technical team to ensure long-term career success:
- Hands-On Mentorship: Shadow experienced field technicians during your onboarding period.
- Formal Education: Classroom instruction and direct manufacturer training programs.
- Career Advancement: Clear pathways for skill-level progression, increased technical responsibility, and compensation growth into high-level automation and CNC expertise.
Work Environment & Travel
- Local/Regional Travel: Primary service calls are within a ~2-hour driving radius of your home territory.
- Overnight Travel: Occasional overnight travel required depending on client location and multi-day service assignments.
- Workplace: On-site in modern, clean precision manufacturing facilities.
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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