Electrician & Field Service Tech | Up To $42

Job Title: Field Service Technician

Job Description

Join a dynamic team of expert engineers, technicians, and industry professionals as a Field Service Technician. You will serve as the frontline technical expert supporting customers with installations, troubleshooting, upgrades, and modifications of automation equipment and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and modify mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical control systems at customer sites.
• Install, test, and commission new equipment, including supervising placement, verifying hookups, and performing system adjustments.
• Perform on-site upgrades and retrofits, including assembling kits, integrating components, debugging, and updating documentation.
• Train customer personnel on system operation, safety procedures, and preventive maintenance.
• Provide remote technical support and diagnostics from your home office.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and system documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to communicate field updates, redline prints, and support accurate documentation.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while representing the company with professionalism.
• Maintain detailed service records and ensure project completion within quoted margins.
• Comply with all safety standards, company policies, and UL specifications.
• Travel frequently, including overnight stays, based on project location and customer needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall customer and company success.

Essential Skills

• Associate degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience, or a high school diploma with 7+ years of hands-on experience in control systems or field service.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems, including experience with PLCs.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical prints and wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools, basic hand and power tools, and panel shop equipment.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support customer interactions and internal collaboration.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly by car and air.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs., move frequently, and work extended hours on-site in industrial environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with wiring/schematics/point to point wiring/terminations.

Why Work Here?

Embrace a career with a company that values quality and relationships. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a culture built around teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. Our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership and commitment to using the power of business to build a better world sets us apart.

Work Environment

The role involves up to 80% travel, including overnight stays. The work takes place in industrial environments, requiring the use of diagnostic tools and adherence to safety standards.

This is a Contract position based out of Detroit, MI.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 10, 2026.

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.