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 mechanical expertise with a focus on troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of industrial and mobile heavy equipment. Proficient in customer training and relationship building, with the ability to interpret technical documents and provide effective solutions in diverse environments.

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Industrial Equipment RepairPLC TroubleshootingPneumatic Systems KnowledgeHydraulic Systems KnowledgeCustomer Training

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Hard Skills

Mechanical AptitudeTroubleshootingReading SchematicsElectrical Systems KnowledgeGeneral Mechanical ExperienceCanBus Systems KnowledgeProblem SolvingTechnical WritingBusiness Document InterpretationEquipment Maintenance

Soft Skills

Customer Relationship BuildingEffective CommunicationIndependent WorkAdaptabilityTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaValid Driver's LicenseValid Passport

Industry Keywords

Heavy Equipment MechanicRailroad ExperienceField ReportsContinuous ImprovementTravel Requirements

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 80+% to Canadian and foreign customers’ locations for machine startup, troubleshooting, repair, and customer training
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
Work near moving mechanical parts and in environments with fumes, airborne particles, loud noise, and extreme temperatures
Travel to remote job sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of experience as an industrial or mobile heavy equipment mechanic
Associates Degree a plus
PLC and/or CanBus systems troubleshooting training strongly preferred
General mechanical experience
Extensive knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems
Ability to read schematics
Previous railroad experience a plus
Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment problems
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to interpret written, oral, or diagram-form instructions
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in different situations
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
Ability to travel 70–80% to foreign and domestic locations

Benefits

Comp & perks

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