What are the responsibilities and job description for the International Field Service Technician - PLC/HMI position at Gables Search Group?
- 3 years of Field Service experience supporting custom industrial systems is a requirement
- Strong experience with electrical assembly, PLC, and HMI systems is highly preferred for international assignments
- Competitive pay range of $30.00 to $35.00 per hour, depending on experience
- Travel is required (10–25% overall), around 10% is international travel (Europe, Mexico, Canada)
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required
- Full-time, permanent, W-2 employee
- Full benefits package
- No remote as this is an on-site position when not traveling
- Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder
- Located in the Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin Area
The Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide expert technical support, both on-site globally and in-house at the production facility
- Support customers on-site and remotely to install, troubleshoot, and service custom-built industrial equipment
- Conduct frequent field service trips (10–25% travel), including international locations, serving as the face of the company to customers throughout North America, Europe, Mexico, and Canada
- Perform hands-on mechanical and electrical assembly of 3DT systems during non-service time, followed by thorough system testing
- Apply exceptional technical and problem-solving skills to quickly diagnose and repair complex electrical and mechanical issues
- Communicate effectively and clearly with customers, team members, and internal departments
- Maintain professionalism, demonstrating a self-motivated approach and a collaborative work ethic in both the shop environment and on customer sites
- 3–5 years of experience with electrical and mechanical systems as a Field Service Technician, including travel via vehicle or airplane
- A highly technical, travel-ready professional with strong aptitude and a customer-focused mindset
- Demonstrated electrical and mechanical aptitude is essential
- Experience with electrical assembly and expertise in reading schematics and troubleshooting control systems (including PLCs and HMIs). PLC programming experience is a significant plus
- Must possess exceptional technical and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to communicate effectively and clearly with diverse audiences (customers, engineers, production staff)
- Must be self-motivated, organized, a great team worker, and able to work effectively in a collaborative environment
- A US citizen or possess a green card, with a residence within a 45min commuting distance of Menomonee Falls, WI
Salary : $30 - $35