Field Service Technician

Wabtec Corporation

. Perform troubleshooting and customer training on new and existing machines .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,500 - $96,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, with strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Capable of effectively training customers on equipment operation and maintenance while building strong relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Industrial Equipment Mechanic ExperiencePneumatic Systems KnowledgeHydraulic Systems KnowledgeElectrical Systems KnowledgePLC Troubleshooting Training

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingRepairing EquipmentReading SchematicsInterpreting Technical ProceduresMechanical AptitudeProblem SolvingWriting ReportsCustomer TrainingDemonstrating EquipmentContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

Building Customer RelationshipsEffective CommunicationWorking IndependentlyAdapting to Diverse Personalities

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseValid Passport

Industry Keywords

Heavy EquipmentMobile EquipmentRailroad ExperienceField ReportsTravel for Customer Service

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform troubleshooting and customer training on new and existing machines
Put new machines into service, including testing and demonstrating equipment at customer sites
Repair existing equipment at customer sites
Troubleshoot machines and perform service, maintenance, and repairs
Travel 70–80% or 80+% to Canadian and foreign customers' locations
Recommend repair parts and product improvements to customers
Advise and train customers on proper maintenance and operation of Nordco equipment
Prepare weekly travel expense records and field reports
Work with engineering and/or production to solve problems with new machines
Contribute to continuous improvement of equipment and processes
Work independently and build effective rapport with customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of experience as an industrial or mobile heavy equipment mechanic
Extensive knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems
Ability to read schematics
Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to interpret written, oral, or diagram instructions
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables
Ability to read and interpret business documents, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and professional journals
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
Ability to work with diverse personalities and build strong customer relationships
Valid driver's license
Valid passport
French speaking preferred
PLC and/or CanBus systems troubleshooting training strongly preferred
Associate's Degree a plus
Previous railroad experience a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
Annual bonus, if eligible
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Employees can work remotely