Field Service Technician (Municipal)

Ready to turn your skills into a career you love? At OTC, being a Field Service Technician (Municipal) means more than fixing equipment-it's about supporting critical infrastructure that keeps communities running. From water and wastewater systems to public utilities, your work directly impacts everyday life.

Competitive Pay: This position offers an hourly wage starting at $25+/hr, depending on experience and qualifications.

What You'll Do:

• Install, remove, and commission rotating equipment at municipal water and wastewater facilities
• Perform maintenance and repairs on pumps, motors, blowers, mixers, aerators, and related equipment
• Conduct equipment alignments and preventative maintenance to ensure system reliability
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical issues on-site, including motors <480V
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and motor insulation testing
• Support operation of lift stations, treatment plants, and pump stations
• Operate and maintain a service truck, including tools, materials, and inventory
• Maintain accurate driving logs and service documentation
• Complete required safety documentation and identify jobsite hazards, including confined space and environmental considerations
• Communicate professionally with municipal customers, plant operators, and public works teams
• Document service work, including detailed notes and photos
• Participate in continued training to stay current with evolving municipal equipment and technologies
• Work independently in the field with minimal supervision
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment while complying with all company, OSHA, and site-specific safety standards

What You'll Need:

• 3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing rotating equipment such as submersible pumps, aerators, blowers, mixers, and motors (<480V)
• Experience working in municipal, water/wastewater, or utility environments preferred
• Valid Driver's License with ability to obtain Missouri Class E CDL, at a minimum
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and perform motor insulation testing
• Ability to read and interpret OEM drawings and perform preventative maintenance
• Ability to take precision measurements using calipers and dial indicators
• Ability to perform equipment alignments
• Ability to lead and perform basic lifting and rigging operations
• Ability to perform basic piping modifications (steel and PVC commonly used in municipal systems)
• Ability to work in industrial and municipal environments, including outdoor conditions, wet environments, and confined spaces
• Ability to access secure customer locations (i.e. military bases, treatment facilities, refineries, power plants)
• Availability to work outside normal hours, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs
• Willingness to travel regionally with occasional overnight stays
• Proficient computer skills (MS Office; Outlook, Excel, Word) and ability to use mobile devices for field reporting