About this role
Why This Role Is Worth Your Time
If you enjoy hands-on mechanical and electrical work, troubleshooting real-world equipment issues, and working independently in the field, this is a strong opportunity to grow your technical skillset. You’ll support packaging and industrial equipment at customer sites while working with a knowledgeable service team that values problem-solving, safety, and continuous learning.
This role is ideal for technicians who like variety, travel, and building expertise across multiple systems rather than being stuck in one plant every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Service, troubleshoot, and repair industrial and packaging equipment at customer locations
- Perform preventative maintenance and respond to service calls
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic PLC issues
- Read schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
- Communicate professionally with customers and document service work
- Follow all safety and company procedures
Qualifications
- Maintenance, field service, or industrial equipment experience
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Basic PLC knowledge or willingness to learn
- Ability to travel approximately 70% (company-paid travel)
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Company-paid travel and expenses
- Overtime opportunities
- Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
- Ongoing training and growth opportunities
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Other facts
About Surge Staffing
For over 57 years, Surge has been a national leader in staffing solutions, workforce management and workforce program solutions.
With an ever-growing national network and a deep commitment to understanding each person’s unique potential, Surge is more than a staffing agency — we’re a team that builds lasting relationships based on trust, respect, and collaboration.
We bring the right fit, with the right skill, at the right time. Our people-first customer service delivers high-quality workforce solutions. What we guarantee, we make happen every time — and we do it faster than everyone else.
What you'll do
- The technician will service, troubleshoot, and repair industrial and packaging equipment at customer locations. They will also perform preventative maintenance and respond to service calls.
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