Field Service Technician - Marquette Area
Description
Field Service Technician | Marquette, MI
Salary Range: $49,000 - $81,000 depending on experience
Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a field service technician? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Marquette area seeking experienced Field Service Technicians.
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
This posting covers Field Service Technician opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Marquette in Marquette County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Gwinn, Ishpeming, Negaunee, and K. I. Sawyer.
The Opportunity
We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Marquette region seeking Field Service Technicians. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates - not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.
Usual Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Document service visits, parts used, and repairs in service reports.
- Train customer staff on safe operation and basic upkeep of equipment.
- Coordinate parts orders and follow-up visits with the home office.
- Follow lockout/tagout and other site safety rules during all work.
- Travel to customer sites to install, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system faults on site.
- Perform preventive maintenance and calibrate equipment to specification.
Recommended Qualifications
- Clear written and verbal communication with customers and coworkers.
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate preferred.
- Two or more years servicing industrial or manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Valid driver license and willingness to travel frequently.
Bonus Qualifications
- Forklift, aerial lift, or rigging certification.
- Associate degree in electronics, mechatronics, or a related field.
- Experience with PLCs, HMIs, or industrial controls.
- Welding, machining, or fabrication skills.
- Prior experience in a field service or on-call role.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Service Engineer, Machine Repair Technician, Controls Technician, Technical Support Technician, Field Service Engineer, Maintenance Technician, Equipment Service Technician, Industrial Machinery Mechanic, Electromechanical Technician
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.