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