Senior Field Service Technician
micro1 · 100% remote · Contract · Posted
- Pay
- $60–110/hr
- Location
- Worldwide
- Languages
- English
- Hours
- Flexible
- Openings
- 20
- Level
- Expert
Summary
Remote contractor role providing field service expertise for AI training. Work includes equipment fault diagnosis, technical diagram review, PLC analysis, and evaluation of US safety codes.
What you'll do
- Interpret electrical schematics and hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams.
- Diagnose equipment faults using technical documentation.
- Analyze PLC logic and industrial controls.
- Document troubleshooting findings and corrective actions.
- Evaluate compliance with NFPA 70/79, ASME A17.1, and OSHA.
- Explain maintenance, service, and repair strategies.
Requirements
- Preferred: 8+ years of hands-on equipment troubleshooting experience.
- Preferred: Advanced ability to interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams.
- Preferred: Deep knowledge of PLC programming and industrial controls.
- Preferred: Working knowledge of US safety and operational codes.
- Preferred: Strong written and verbal technical communication.
- Technical service report writing experience is a plus.
- No prior AI experience required.
Skills
- Electrical Schematic Reading
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Diagrams
- PLC & Industrial Controls Troubleshooting
- HVAC/Elevator/Heavy Equipment Service
- Equipment Fault Diagnosis
Full description
Role Title: Senior Field Service Technician
Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
micro1 is engaging Senior Field Service Technicians to contribute expertise on a customer’s technical project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.
Scope of Work
- Review and interpret complex electrical schematics, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams to assess equipment function and fault pathways.
- Diagnose faults and performance issues in industrial, HVAC, elevator, heavy equipment, marine, rail, utility, or telecom systems using technical documentation.
- Analyze PLC logic and industrial controls to identify root causes of operational issues and recommend evidence-based solutions.
- Document clear, detailed written reports of troubleshooting approaches, findings, and corrective actions for use in AI model training.
- Evaluate compliance with relevant US codes (NFPA 70/79, ASME A17.1, OSHA) and highlight code-specific requirements based on real project scenarios.
- Communicate technical concepts and diagnostic reasoning effectively in written and verbal form for diverse audiences.
- Provide expert commentary on practical maintenance, service, and repair strategies based on extensive field experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- 8+ years of hands-on troubleshooting experience in industrial, HVAC, elevator, hydraulic, heavy vehicle, marine, rail, utility, or telecom equipment.
- Advanced proficiency reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, hydraulic and pneumatic layouts.
- Deep familiarity with PLC programming, industrial controls, and fault-finding processes.
- Strong working knowledge of US safety and operational codes (NFPA 70/79, ASME A17.1, OSHA).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex diagnostics into clear documentation.
- Demonstrated capacity to analyze technical information and craft expert-level insights.
- Previous experience authoring technical service reports or instructions is a plus.
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