Job Information
Aerotek Field Service Technician in Battle Creek, Michigan
Job Title: Field Service Technician
Job Description
Perform maintenance and repairs on medium/heavy-duty equipment including tractors, trailers, refuse vehicles, yard spotters, and construction equipment. Conduct advanced diagnostics (engine, hydraulic, electrical, and transmission systems). Maintain accurate work records (digital and handwritten). Ensure safety and legal compliance on all jobs. Build strong customer relationships through communication and timely service.
Responsibilities
Perform maintenance and repairs on medium/heavy-duty equipment including tractors, trailers, refuse vehicles, yard spotters, and construction equipment.
Conduct advanced diagnostics on engine, hydraulic, electrical, and transmission systems.
Maintain accurate work records, both digital and handwritten.
Ensure safety and legal compliance on all jobs.
Build strong customer relationships through effective communication and timely service.
Essential Skills
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Diesel Technician
ASE or State of Michigan Master MD/HD Truck Certification
CDL A (required for test-driving purposes only)
Clean driving record
Ability to pass a DOT physical, drug screen, and history check
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Proficient with diagnostic tools such as Cummins INSITE, Detroit Diesel Diagnostic Link, Volvo Tech Tool, Bendix ACom, and Meritor WABCO Toolbox
Experience with MIG welding and oxygen/acetylene torch
Must provide your own tools
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Highly motivated and self-guided professional
Problem-solving skills
Comfortable working independently at customer job sites
Thrives in a fast-paced environment
Customer-first mindset
Why Work Here?
Well-being Priority: Focus on team and family well-being.
Benefits Package:
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Annual Boot Allowance
Uniforms Provided
Simple IRA with 3% Company Match (after 1 year)
Certification Reimbursement
Ongoing Training & Development
Employee Referral Program
Work Environment
This position involves approximately 95% travel to customer locations throughout the region. A company service truck is provided for all business-related travel. We offer a supportive work environment with a strong focus on safety and customer service.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Battle Creek,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.