Field Service Technician / Engineer - Modesto
About The Position
Rust Automation & Controls is seeking a motivated Field Service Technician to support customers across the Western United States. This role focuses on hands-on instrumentation service, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair while working independently in a variety of industrial environments and collaborating with internal service and management teams. Key objectives include: Providing reliable and professional field service support to customers, Applying strong technical aptitude to instrumentation, calibration, and repair activities, Supporting customer operations through responsive, high-quality service execution, Adapting to varying industrial environments and customer site requirements.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent (minimum requirement)
- Demonstrated basic electrical and mechanical knowledge
- Ability to use hand tools and electronic testing equipment
- Strong computer proficiency and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality
- Strong interpersonal and customer-facing communication skills
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
- Self-motivated with strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Dependable, punctual, and accountable for assigned responsibilities
- Curiosity and desire to learn and develop professionally
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively and work flexible schedules
- Valid Driver’s License with a safe driving record
Nice To Haves
- Associate Degree in a technical field
- Field service or industrial experience
- Instrumentation training or apprenticeship experience
- Calibration and/or metrology experience
- Safety certifications or credentials
- Knowledge of instrumentation systems
Responsibilities
- Daily travel to a diverse customer base across multiple industrial environments
- Applying instrumentation knowledge to troubleshoot, repair, and service equipment
- Successful completion and application of apprenticeship-level instrumentation training
- Adapting to customer-specific safety, operational, and environmental requirements
- Performing hands-on troubleshooting, calibration, and repair activities
- Utilizing hand tools and electronic testing equipment to diagnose and resolve issues
- Maintaining professionalism, safety compliance, and quality standards in the field
- Regional travel within the following states: UT, CA, CO, WY, NV, ID, MT, ND, HI
Benefits
- Compensation based on education and experience
- Stability and security of a family-owned organization
- Extensive training and professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Competitive paid time off
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Company Vehicle
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
