Field Machinery Maintenance Specialist – Nationwide Support

Are you the expert people call when the line goes down? If you thrive on complex diagnostics, love traveling to new facilities, and enjoy leaving equipment running better than you found it, this role is for you. As a Field Machinery Maintenance Specialist, you’ll deliver top‑tier maintenance and reliability support across the Continental U.S. Why this challenge is for you Does pinpointing root causes and restoring equipment performance energize you? Do you move comfortably between mechanical systems, electrical circuits, fluid power, and controls? Can you mentor others while still rolling up your sleeves to get the job done? What you'll tackle Conduct expert corrective and preventive maintenance: observe equipment in operation, disassemble to access defective parts, inspect for defects, adjust mechanisms and control instruments, repair/replace components, and verify performance with electrical and mechanical tests. Recondition and repair machine tools to return assets to optimal function. Identify and procure parts and supplies; analyze alternatives to improve reliability and cost effectiveness. Independently execute work in accordance with industry standards. Collaborate with customer personnel to refine maintenance strategies, reliability initiatives, and PM procedures. Set up and run machining operations (lathe, drill press, grinder, other metalworking tools) and perform welding when needed to fabricate or repair parts. Maintain impeccable documentation: service reports, management system entries, clear narratives of observations and performance data. Support and guide lower‑level technicians; provide leadership within project teams and contribute to training and development. Diagnose advanced control systems, resolving complex software, hardware, and configuration issues. Use advanced maintenance technologies to capture performance data, spot trends, and recommend improvements. Advance your expertise through on‑the‑job training and self‑study programs. Always work safely—follow policies, keep situational awareness high, and call out unsafe conditions/behaviors. Comply with customer contractor codes of conduct, housekeeping standards, and safety processes. What it takes High school diploma or GED. Associate degree with a technical emphasis and 10+ years relevant industry experience; or 12+ years relevant industry experience. Broad, hands‑on mastery of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems with the ability to analyze problems, propose alternatives, and execute repairs. Ability to operate standard and specialized tools effectively. Willingness and ability to travel extensively (local/national). You may reside anywhere within the Continental United States. Bonus skills Condition‑based maintenance, precision mechanical alignment, and process equipment care. Experience with PLCs, troubleshooting field devices, and maintaining electrical drives and motor systems. Core strengths Communication Customer focus Personal discipline Safety Physical demands & environment Regularly: stand, walk, use hands/fingers, reach, climb (ladders/lifts), balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in confined spaces; communicate verbally and hear. Occasionally: sit; lift or move over 50 lbs; work outdoors; face risk of electrical shock. Expect loud factory settings with potential exposure to hazardous materials and slick floors; close and color vision are frequently required. Proficiency checklist Mechanical troubleshooting 120/208/240/480 VAC familiarity Electrical troubleshooting Tech you'll encounter PLCs: Fanuc, Allen‑Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens, Beckhoff