Field Service Technician

Field Service Technician

The role involves visiting current customer sites to install CO2 monitors, a task akin to installing low-voltage equipment like fire alarms in commercial settings. This position is available due to new regulations concerning CO2 monitoring. The work involves directly installing monitors using CAT 5 cabling, commonly found in work phones. The role serves various clients, including restaurants, gas stations, and commercial buildings.

Responsibilities

• Install CO2 monitors at customer sites using CAT 5 cabling.
• Drive to different locations using personal vehicle; mileage will be compensated.
• Pick up necessary materials from the shop or depot.
• Utilize various tools such as drills, wire snips, pliers, and crimps.
• Ensure accurate installation and documentation of work using a smartphone.
• Troubleshoot and resolve installation issues independently.
• Communicate effectively with clients to explain installation procedures and system operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years experience in light construction, mechanical, or electrical fields.
• Experience in troubleshooting and servicing equipment.
• Ability to use power tools effectively.
• Proficient in using a smartphone for GPS navigation and documentation.
• Experience in customer interaction and service.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Low voltage or light electrical experience preferred.
• Experience with DIY projects.
• Ability to document mileage and expenses accurately.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers the chance to work independently in a dynamic environment, with the flexibility to manage your own schedule. The company values innovation and provides a supportive atmosphere for professional growth. Employees are compensated for mileage, ensuring that travel is not a burden.

Work Environment

The position involves a lot of independent troubleshooting and decision-making on-site. Technicians will work alone after completing a training period lasting a few weeks. The role requires interaction with clients, responding to their inquiries regarding system installations. The work schedule is from 7am to 3pm, with occasional visits to the Portland office to gather materials. There is no requirement for on-call work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 17, 2025.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.