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Field Service Specialist – Vapor Control Group
Location: Houston TX | Travel: Domestic (Some International Opportunities)
Type: Full-Time | Industry: Environmental/Energy Tech | Company Vehicle Provided
\uD83C\uDF0E Build a Better, Cleaner Future – One System at a Time
Are you a self-Motivated, hard working, hands-on problem solver who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants to make a real-world impact?
Join ZEECO, the global leader in combustion and environmental solutions Equipment providers, as a Field Service Vapor Specialist in our Vapor Control Group. You’ll work on cutting-edge Vapor Recovery and Combustion systems that keep the environment cleaner and equipment running safely.
From emergency troubleshooting to commissioning brand-new equipment, every day brings a new challenge—and a new opportunity to grow your skills and career.
\uD83D\uDD27 What You'll Do
As a Field Service Specialist you'll be the trusted expert supporting Zeeco’s Vapor Recovery , Vapor Combustion and Marine Vapor Control Systems in your region. You’ll deliver critical field service response, including:
- Preventative & Emergency Maintenance – Provide on-call, after-hours support (24/7) to troubleshoot and resolve unplanned equipment shutdowns, both onsite and remotely.
- System Commissioning’s, Retrofits, & Upgrades – Help launch and improve new and existing vapor control and product loading equipment.
- Tech-Driven Problem Solving – Apply electrical, mechanical, and automation skills to diagnose and fix issues using PLCs, software tools, and instrumentation.
- Customer Service & Reporting – Build Customer relationships one-on-one and while at the site document and identify efficiently all service tasks, recommend system improvements, and ensure high-quality communication with customers and internal teams.
- Compliance & Safety – Maintain and operate company-provided tools, assets, and vehicles, meet all safety requirements, and always put safety first—yours and others.
\uD83D\uDEE0 Your Toolbox Should Include:
- Self Starter – focused on customer satisfaction.
- Ability to work directly with the current and potential customers one-on-one.
- Extremely organized and able to multi-task at times when multiple customers have requests.
- Strong mechanical skills background and aptitude.
- Electrical skills equivalent to Journeyman level or a 2-year instrumentation engineering certificate.
- Work experience that shows work in instrumentation, electrical and controls repair and replacement for 4 years in a similar field.
- Excellent ability to decipher mechanical and electrical schematics.
- Familiarity with PLC systems, basic programming, and hardware troubleshooting
- Strong working knowledge of VFD, recorders, HMI’s and associated controls and proficiency with determining and isolating problems within the systems.
- Ability to use Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook), tablets, and reporting tools
- Clear, professional communication skills (both written and verbal)
\uD83C\uDF93 What We’re Looking For
- Education & Experience:
High school diploma plus: - A 2-year technical certificate, or
- Journeyman electrical license, or
- 4 years of field service experience
Military experience in Electrical or Mechatronics is a strong plus! - Physical Requirements:
Able to lift up to 50 lbs, work at heights, climb ladders/stairs, stoop, bend, work in tight limited movement areas, stand for long periods of the day, and perform tasks in extreme weather and confined spaces while wearing PPE.
- Mental & Emotional Readiness:
You’ll need strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently under pressure, and the emotional intelligence to handle challenging or stressful customer situations. - Driver’s License:
Valid and clean—this role includes driving a company-provided vehicle to customer sites. - TWIC card (Transportation Workers Identification Card) -will need to apply and receive within 6 weeks of 1st day working
- DISA/ ISNET World qualified- Ability to be entered and accepted for work within ISNet World and DISA safety protocols.
\uD83C\uDF0D What We Offer
- Competitive Pay ability for Overtime based on your tenacity to increase regional service work and growing Zeeco customers.
- Incentive based bonuses based on growth and profitability of the Aftermarket group.
- Company Vehicle, Laptop, Phone, Tools, uniform, and PPE
- Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), etc.)
- Extensive Safety Training Career Development
- Opportunity to grow as a valuable team member, serve as a liaison between the customer & Zeeco & advance within the organization based on your hard work & determination to excel.
- Opportunities for international travel and growth within a Global company
- A mission-driven team focused on cleaner energy and environmental sustainability
\uD83D\uDCCD Ready to Own Your Role?
If you're looking for a career that combines technical challenges, travel, interacting and developing customer relationships, and real-world impact, this is it. At Zeeco, you won’t just be another technician. You’ll be a vital part of a global mission to deliver cleaner, safer, and more efficient energy systems to a market driven to reduce their carbon footprint.
\uD83D\uDC49 Apply now and let’s build the future together.