Field Tech Job Description
Field tech
provides hardware and operating system support for the corporate and field computer systems environment, UNIX, Linux, Windows, and storage.
Field Tech Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective field tech job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included field tech job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Spends majority of time in the field observing, supporting and developing technicians
Maintains the physical environment of exam and procedure rooms by cleaning and stocking daily, assisting and maintaining appropriate supply of medications as needed and conducting basic maintenance
Drives and operates company vehicles safely in accordance with established policies, courteously and defensively and ensures that maintenance and care is performed appropriately
Performs general clerical work such as filing, copying, mailing
Has the ability to use and demonstrates an understanding of the technology used in the products that the group supports that of our competitors
Perform repairs safely, efficiently and insures contractors’ compliance to safety policies – performs safety audits and discusses safety issues with supervisor, lead technician or contractors
Collaborate with various teams at all Mosaics facilities to facilitate railcar switching / movement for car repair, complete PJRA forms, completing billing sheets, and all other duties as assigned
Conduct archaeological investigations/excavations
Take accurate field notes
Record archaeological field data
Field Tech Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Field Tech
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CNE, MCSE, MCP, DCSE, CCNA, HVAC, RWP, SPFA, NFPA, NICET
Education for Field Tech
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the field tech job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and Associate Degree in Technical, Education, Associates, Diesel, Computer, Electronics, Supervision, Military, Computer Science, Communication
Skills for Field Tech
Desired skills for field tech include:
Medical records and terminology
Processes and resources to perform analytical and technical tasks on PC systems
Windows operating system environment
Spreadsheet
Word processing
Presentation and email software
Policies and procedures for their work area
Basic construction and building materials
Internal operations and develops relationships to facilitate workflow
Desired experience for field tech includes:
Able to respond to emergencies 24 hours per day
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle, and internet use
Experience with, installs, programming, structured cabling, and fire security
Associates Degree in Computer Support or Networking
Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology, History, Museum Studies, or related field or higher and attended an archaeological field school
Must participate in and successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment fitness for duty questionnaire
Field Tech Examples
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Field Tech Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of field tech. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for field tech
- Assure on-time start-up
- Local travel and field work required
- Installs, removes, rearranges, programs, tests, troubleshoots and maintains fiber network services
- Installs and configures routers, set top boxes
- Installs, maintains and repairs outside and inside fiber equipment/facilities including inside wiring and fiber jumpers at the distribution hub
- Interfaces with customer to negotiate the placement of equipment, may assist with account registration, e-mail, and web access, and training the customer on how to use the new equipment
- Interprets schematic work order drawings to determine job specifications and installation needs
- May be required to perform other duties of the Customer Zone Technician II classification
- Delivers and sets up equipment at all job locations
- Performs minor service work and repairs to assigned vehicle (including oil changes, fuel filter changes)
Qualifications for field tech
- Must be able to effectively work independently, within a team environment
- Must be able to effectively work with customers and sales representatives to conceptually plan and negotiate shoring system designs
- Must be able to set up computer and printers and install engineering software
- Candidate must have strong mechanical reasoning skills and the ability to work independently
- Must have a proven safe driving record
- Driving, walking, standing frequently arm/wrist/hand movement
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Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of field tech. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for field tech
- Ensure safe practices coordinating installations of towers with contractors, including line locates through the 811 system
- Ensure integrity of physical communication assets across the field, radio masts, injection towers, shelters, backhaul towers, and all associated antenna gear/cabling
- Maintain accurate documentation and inventory of communication hardware and forecast ordering needs
- Heavy labor to include shoveling and carrying materials up to 50 lbs
- Work as the point of contact for Field Technicians (FTs) across the country
- Resolve Field Technician Issues on an as need basis
- Coach, counsel, and advise on FT performance, attendance, procedures, policies, and other matters as needed
- Ensure that FTs fulfill their work schedules
- Partner with HR, IT, Training, or other support functions as needed to support FT needs
- Report up Team Lead any issues or concerns requiring a higher level of attention or response
Qualifications for field tech
- Have an active internet or Wi-Fi to use each day
- Have a reliable vehicle with the ability to equipment case (similar to a large suitcase) for medical chart retrievals
- Scan medical charts at various medical facilities via our predesigned process
- Daily communication with your field tech coordinator
- Able to wear business casual attire and be professional at all times
- Prefer strong communication & organizational skills
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Our growing company is looking for a field tech. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for field tech
- May assist engineering in determining and solving equipment design problems by setting up special diagnostic test equipment to conduct controlled field experiments and gather engineering data
- May perform preventive maintenance
- Provide operational support to the GPON and fiber-optic infrastructure, along with all associated wireless equipment
- This position will be a role within the Telecom Services Team and will take direction from the Telecom Services Manager
- The GPON Field Technician will provide field support for monitoring and ongoing maintenance of the GPON network
- This position provides technical support and onsite consultation to customers and ensures 24x7 operational support and maintenance of the GPON network infrastructure
- This role also involves collaboration with other network engineering teams and service suppliers to ensure proper alignment on open incidents and other network deliverables
- The GPON Field Technician will work within a network operations team, to resolve routine issues and develop GPON solutions and configurations
- They will also participate in selected projects, work with managed services provider (MSF), internally with other Operations teams, IT Architecture teams and different Business Units
- A successful candidate has the knowledge and skills necessary to troubleshoot various GPON networking devices and fiber-optic infrastructure based on professional level knowledge and practical experience
Qualifications for field tech
- Ability to professionally communicate extensively in person during in-home installation
- Able to operate applicable test equipment
- Must be available to work tours as scheduled including nights, weekends, and holidays and for callouts and/or overtime as required
- Professional or personal experience with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or mechanical maintenance and repairs preferred
- Must consistently demonstrate the ability to learn and independently perform assigned duties and meet or exceed production and quality goals
- Must be open to weekends
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of field tech. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for field tech
- Serve as the resident production optimization expert, providing technical support and expertise related to artificial lift techniques and innovations, compression support (as applicable) and optimization
- Stay current and up-to-date on developments and advancements within the field and industry
- Lead, train, mentor and manage Artificial Lift Technicians and Compressor Mechanics, ensuring consistent and safe practices are applied across all office areas (Hwy 80, Midkiff and Big Lake)
- Communicate closely with Operations and Engineering to reduce failures and downtime
- Communicate artificial lift and compressor performance to relative stakeholders
- Meet weekly with both Artificial Lift and Compression departments to review progress and offer feedback and guidance for optimization strategy
- Meet HSE requirements, required compliance classes, pro-active measures & promote/support “8760”
- Must be able to follow written instructions
- Responsible for all engineering, planning, commissioning, materials and all other technical services essential to support the engineering and installation activities at the client site
- Works independently as a technician responding to customer service requests, trouble tickets and work orders
Qualifications for field tech
- Proficient in TCP/IP, Microsoft Office, Windows operating systems, VoIP technologies, and server hardware and application support
- 3+ years of field communications experience preferred
- Technical or Vocational certification/degree
- Currently have 3-5 years of technical experience, ideally in the SMB environment
- Strong emotional intelligence—know how to read any situation and respond appropriately
- Sales experience and ability to identify potential upsell solutions
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a field tech. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for field tech
- Under general supervision repairs, installs, and tests less complex computer system hardware or software
- Codes, process, track and monitor production data, data for landowner payments, work orders, job tickets and invoices, working closely with supervisors to ensure information is processed correctly and invoices are charged to proper G&A/LOE (General & Administrative/Lease Operating Expenses) and AFE (Authority for Expenditures) accounts
- Compile and process various internal and external oil and gas activity data and reports related to production, route optimization, drilling, completions, safety, environmental, laboratory analysis, or other within various databases including SiteView, WellView, TOW, Telogis, eVIN, INFOR, XSPOC and others
- Process and submit expense reports for management
- May update, maintains and audits job status information
- Create and maintain well files on-site
- Capable of filling in where needed in location
- Executes service delivery (IMAC, Break Fix, Desk Side Support) according to Managed Client Policy & Procedure Guide
- Performs troubleshooting (software & hardware), parts replacement, system upgrades, and PC deployments & repair on Client Assets in campus / remote locations
- Utilizes advanced tools / technical knowledge to remediate customer problems and conduct scheduled installs
Qualifications for field tech
- A+ certification and related experience = a nice to have
- Must have knowledge of repairing computers and printers
- Some experience in an electric motor/job shop environment would be greatly beneficial
- Candidate must be available for on call and overtime work
- Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred or relevant experience
- Demonstrated effectiveness in coaching and guiding others strongly preferred