Field Service Engineer

Our client in Boise, Idaho is currently hiring for a Field / Commissioning Technician. This is a contract opportunity supporting water treatment operations at customer sites, including semiconductor facilities. The role requires travel within the U.S. and Canada and hands‑on field service and commissioning experience.

Pay – $26.00 to $32.00 per hour depending on experience, technical skills, and relevant field service experience

Location – Boise, Idaho

Schedule – Standard Monday – Friday (40 hours per week)

Travel – 11% to 49%

Responsibilities

• Makes routine rounds of the facility to ensure equipment is operating properly

• Loads and unloads chemicals following established procedures

• Stages, changes out, and maintains filtration systems

• Monitors system parameters and performance indicators

• Responds to system alarms, troubleshoots issues, and adjusts systems to support waste‑processing operations

• Performs weekly and monthly safety inspections

• Collects water samples from multiple facility locations and tests/analyzes water quality

• Installs and replaces consumable parts as scheduled or as needed

• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment and sub‑assemblies

• Maintains accurate maintenance logs and documentation

• Performs housekeeping duties including hosing down surfaces and removing trash or leak pads

• Enters operational data into computer systems to generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports

• Records readings from facility rounds and compiles data into spreadsheets

• Reviews blueprints, plans, specifications, and technical documentation prior to system startup or service activities

• Completes service reports, repair records, warranty documentation, and maintenance logs within required timeframes

• Properly documents, labels, processes, and returns defective parts from service or commissioning work

• Works with engineering, project management, production, field sales, and management teams to resolve technical issues

• Interfaces with customers to support operations and service activities

• Organizes and maintains parts storage areas and warehouse inventory

• Seeks opportunities to improve efficiency, cost, and workflow

• Communicates effectively with supervisors, office staff, and external contacts

• Supports special projects and other duties as assigned

• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and follows all company policies and procedures

• Available to cover shifts with appropriate notice

Qualification Requirements

• Associate degree or technical certificate in a related field or equivalent experience

• Three to five years of experience in field service, commissioning, or a related technical role

• Prior experience performing field service installations, commissioning, and electrical wiring

• Mechanical service experience preferred

• HVAC installation or service experience preferred

• Ability to read and follow SOPs, blueprints, manuals, and technical documentation

• Proficiency using Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office tools

• Ability to travel as required

Disqualifiers

• Inability to travel 11% to 49% of the time

• No hands‑on field service or commissioning experience

• Inability to work safely in an industrial environment

Employee Value Proposition

• Opportunity to support advanced manufacturing and semiconductor facilities

• Exposure to water purification, waste treatment, chemical delivery, and filtration systems

• Hands‑on technical role with cross‑functional collaboration

• Competitive hourly pay with consistent workload

• Strong emphasis on safety, technical development, and operational excellence

This is a Contract position based out of Boise, ID.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/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 hybrid position in Boise,ID.

This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 2026.

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Salary : $26 - $32