Service Technician Boise

Rust Automation & Controls • Boise, ID

77d • Onsite

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
The Field Service Technician will support customers throughout the Rust Automation & Controls service region, working independently in the field while maintaining strong communication with internal teams.

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 (preferred)
• Field service or industrial experience (preferred)
• Instrumentation training or apprenticeship experience (preferred)
• Calibration and/or metrology experience (preferred)
• Safety certifications or credentials (preferred)
• Knowledge of instrumentation systems (preferred)

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED