Field Technician

Astro Pak • South Plainfield, NJ

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Astro Pak is hiring Field Technicians to join field service teams providing precision chemical cleaning and passivation at customer facilities across industries such as aerospace, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and advanced manufacturing. Paid training is provided; prior industry experience is not required. The selected work location serves as the employee’s home base, but the role requires 80% or more nationwide travel and time away from home. The starting rate is typically $20–$24 per hour, with a $3,000 sign-on bonus. Interviews are expected to resume in December 2026 for a training class beginning in January 2027.

The role includes setting up and operating cleaning equipment, handling chemicals safely, transporting equipment and materials, driving company vehicles, and working at varied customer locations. Work may take place indoors, outdoors, or on rooftops. Employees complete two weeks of paid training in California within their first three weeks of employment. The schedule may include 30–50% night-shift work, overtime, weekends, holidays, and short-notice travel.

Astro Pak offers a travel stipend for eligible work-related expenses, highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, family leave, and flexible spending accounts. The company describes opportunities for career growth into senior technician, trainer, and leadership roles.

Requirements

• Valid Class C driver’s license and clean driving record.
• REAL ID or passport for air travel.
• Medical DOT certificate.
• Ability to attend required paid training in California.
• Basic math skills, including ratios and percentages.
• Comfort using mobile devices, email, and basic computer programs.
• Fluency in English and strong communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical work while wearing PPE.
• Availability for 80% or more nationwide travel, including time away from home, and the stated schedule requirements.
• Dependability, willingness to learn, safe work practices, and ability to contribute to a team.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Mechanical ability or experience using tools.
• Technical schooling.
• Field service work experience.
• Chemical handling experience.
• OSHA, HAZWOPER, or Confined Space certifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment used for chemical cleaning and passivation.
• Safely handle cleaning chemicals according to established procedures.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety standards.
• Load, transport, and unload equipment and materials.
• Drive company vehicles and operate equipment as required.
• Work in varied settings, including indoor, outdoor, and rooftop locations.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and organized.
• Complete required safety and technical training.

Benefits

• $3,000 sign-on bonus.
• Paid training.
• Travel stipend for eligible expenses while traveling for work.
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Family leave.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Career growth opportunities for senior technician, trainer, and leadership roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed