CEMs Field Technician

Pacific Standard Environmental (PSE) designs, installs, and maintains Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) for industrial clients across Southern California and beyond. Our technicians work directly with complex monitoring instruments that measure and report regulated emissions. Accuracy, reliability, and technical judgment are critical.

We are seeking a Field Technician with strong hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing instrumentation and electronic systems, not just installing them. While prior CEMS experience is a plus, it is not required for candidates who bring a strong technical foundation and are eager to learn this specialized discipline.

About the Role

This is a highly hands-on, field-based position. After an initial training period, technicians are expected to work independently at client sites, diagnosing issues, repairing equipment, and ensuring monitoring systems are functioning accurately and reliably.

This role is best suited for someone who enjoys working directly with instruments, understands electronic principles, and takes pride in careful troubleshooting and repair.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair environmental monitoring instrumentation and related electronic systems
• Perform preventive maintenance, calibrations, and functional checks
• Identify root causes of system failures and implement corrective actions
• Apply electronic principles to diagnose faults in sensors, analyzers, transmitters, and control components
• Use multimeters and other diagnostic tools to test voltage, current, resistance, and continuity
• Perform hands-on mechanical work including component replacement, fittings, and adjustments
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Work independently at industrial client sites after training
• Complete service reports, calibration logs, and documentation
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout

Required Qualifications

Instrumentation Troubleshooting and Repair

• Hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing instruments or sensors
• Experience with fault isolation and returning systems to service

Electronics Fundamentals

• Working knowledge of basic electronics
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems methodically

Ohm’s Law

• Practical understanding and ability to apply in real-world troubleshooting

Multimeter Proficiency

Comfortable using all core functions:

• AC/DC voltage
• Current
• Resistance
• Continuity
• Diode or frequency modes
• Experience working on energized and de-energized systems

Mechanical Aptitude

• Strong proficiency with hand tools
• Comfortable performing mechanical adjustments and component replacements

Additional Requirements

• Experience working independently in the field
• Comfortable traveling regularly to industrial sites
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Clear communication skills with clients and internal teams
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle

Preferred Background

• Prior CEMS experience
• Instrumentation, electronics, electrical, automation, or calibration experience
• Experience in regulated or compliance-driven environments
• Military technical training or industrial field service experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $38.00 – $42.00 DOE
• Full benefits package