Field Service Technician

Job Details: Job Location: T&E Shop

• Prinsburg, MN, Salary Range: $70000.00 - $90000.00Salary, Job Shift: Any, At Prinsco, we care, we contribute, and we solve. We're looking for a skilled and motivated Field Service Technician who values safety, teamwork, and hands-on problem solving. In this role, you'll support manufacturing operations across multiple locations by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. The ideal candidate enjoys working independently, learning new systems, and helping others succeed. You will partner closely with plant teams to diagnose equipment issues, support continuous improvement initiatives, and provide technical expertise that keeps our facilities running at peak performance. This position reports directly to the Field Service Manager and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across our operations while working with a variety of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial systems.

What You'll Do

Install, maintain, and repair production machinery and plant equipment. Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on production equipment. Respond to emergency and unscheduled equipment repairs as needed. Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective and preventative solutions. Provide onsite and remote technical support for maintenance and troubleshooting activities.

Train production and maintenance employees on equipment operation, maintenance, and best practices. Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders. Support safety initiatives and equipment improvements across assigned locations. Recommend equipment, process, and technology enhancements to improve safety, efficiency, and reliability.

Assist with equipment upgrades and the implementation of new production methods and products. Perform electrical work in accordance with NFPA 70E electrical safety and arc flash requirements. Support a culture of continuous improvement, cross-training, and professional development. Travel to assigned facilities to provide field service support and technical expertise.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

& Experience High school diploma or equivalent required; technical education, vocational training, or an associate degree in a related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing, maintenance, field service, or related technical experience. Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment required.

Experience with extrusion equipment is strongly preferred but not required. Experience working with hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, electrical, industrial control, plumbing, and fabrication systems highly preferred. Cutting and welding experience (MIG, TIG, wire feed, plasma) strongly preferred. Forklift experience preferred; ability to obtain forklift certification required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Strong electrical knowledge and willingness to work within NFPA 70E electrical safety standards. Training will be provided for the right candidate. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, blueprints, and safety procedures.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Experience with drafting software such as SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD preferred. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time efficiently.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Physical & Environmental Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 75 lbs. occasionally. Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl throughout the workday. Ability to work in manufacturing environments that are not temperature controlled and occasionally outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Ability to work safely in loud industrial environments. Must possess distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color differentiation, and close visual acuity required for equipment diagnostics and repair. Travel Requirements Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. Ability to obtain a DOT medical card.

Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to support multiple facilities. Why Join Prinsco? At Prinsco, you'll be part of a team that values safety, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We invest in our employees through training, development opportunities, and a culture where your technical expertise and ideas help drive success across the organization.