About this role
Field Service Start-Up Technician
📍 Field-Based | United States (within 1 hour of a regional or major airport)
Company: Koch Finishing Systems
Department: Field Service
Employment Type: Full-Time
Build a Career That Travels With You
At Koch Finishing Systems, we design and deliver innovative surface finishing solutions used across industries—from automotive to aerospace. We're seeking a Field Service Start-Up Technician to join our team and support the installation, commissioning, and service of automated finishing systems throughout the U.S.
This is a field-based position with frequent travel. Candidates can reside anywhere in the U.S., as long as they are within one hour of a regional or major airport.
What You’ll Do
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Assist with mechanical installation and start-up of new systems at customer sites
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Conduct equipment commissioning, calibration, and functional testing
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Troubleshoot and debug industrial control systems, including sensors, PLCs, HMIs, and related components
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Respond to field service calls and resolve technical issues on-site
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Perform preventive maintenance, system audits, and support upgrade projects
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Interface directly with customers, providing technical guidance and training as needed
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Work closely with project management and engineering to ensure successful installs
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Document service activities and maintain detailed reports
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Travel up to 75% (domestic, with occasional international opportunities)
What You Bring
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Experience in mechanical assembly, field service, or equipment commissioning
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Familiarity with industrial controls (PLCs, HMIs, sensors, relays, etc.)
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Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams
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Strong problem-solving and communication skills
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Self-motivation and ability to work independently in the field
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Willingness and ability to travel frequently
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Must live within 1 hour of a major or regional airport
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Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record
Why Koch Finishing Systems?
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Competitive salary and travel per diem
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Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more)
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Ongoing training and professional development
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Work with cutting-edge industrial equipment and a supportive, experienced team
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Make a direct impact on high-profile customer projects
Other facts
About Koch Enterprises Family of Companies
South Western Communications, SWC, has been an innovative leader in the electronics and communication technology industry since 1976. SWC offers progressive systems technology by integrating flexible communications solutions for Healthcare, Educational, Commercial/Industrial and Detention applications. Utilizing standard equipment and software, SWC combines individual technologies into an integrated control system to meet industry specific needs.
What you'll do
- Assist with the mechanical installation and start-up of new systems at customer sites, and troubleshoot and debug industrial control systems. Interface directly with customers, providing technical guidance and training as needed.
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