Field Service Technician

Mount Pearl, NL
On-site
Posted Sep 24, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Not Applicable

Job summary

Perform on-site maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting for generators, diesel engines, and industrial instrumentation systems. Ensure optimal equipment performance through precise calibration, PLC programming, and accurate service documentation.

Job details

Field Service Technician – Newfoundland & Labrador Welcome to the role of Field Service Technician. This position is a great opportunity for someone with a strong technical, electrical, mechanical, or instrumentation background and a passion for problem-solving. As a Field Service Technician, you will be responsible for providing on-site maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, calibration, and commissioning services for generators, diesel engines, pumping equipment, instrumentation systems, and related industrial equipment throughout Newfoundland and Labrador and across the Atlantic region. We look forward to you bringing your expertise to the table and supporting our customers. As the Field Service Technician, you are responsible for: Equipment Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance inspections, preventative repairs, lubrication, and adjustments on generators, diesel engines, and pumping equipment. Diagnostics: Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation system failures on-site. Repairs: Install, replace, and fix defective parts and components to ensure optimal system performance. Calibration & Tuning: Calibrate, configure, and commission flowmeters, transmitters, and analytical instrumentation to guarantee precise process measurement. Controls Integration: Diagnose and program basic programmable logic controller (PLC) configurations and variable frequency drive (VFD) parameters. Documentation: Prepare service reports, maintain accurate maintenance logs, and submit documents promptly. Compliance: Strictly adhere to safety regulations, electrical codes, and company policies. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent with formal training in electrical or mechanical systems. Diploma in Instrumentation and Control Technology is considered a strong asset. Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems. Excellent troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and loop sheets. Knowledge of industrial safety standards and best practices. Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds unassisted. Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively as part of a team. Strong communication and customer service skills. Valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract. Ability to pass a background check. Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including multi-day trips, remote site visits, and occasional international travel. Availability to participate in on-call rotations and support emergency service requirements. Sansom Offers You: Comprehensive benefits including dental, extended health care, vision care, and life insurance. Company RRSP matching. Paid time off. Tuition reimbursement. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Pay: Competitive salary based on experience Sansom Equipment Limited is the leading distributor and service provider for pumps, generators, blowers, valves, VFDs, magnetic flowmeters, instrumentation, chemical injection pumps, and engineered package systems for industrial and municipal applications across Eastern Canada. Sansom Equipment Limited values diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principles and practices of employment equity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma with formal training in electrical or mechanical systems, with instrumentation certification considered an asset. Candidates must possess strong diagnostic skills, the ability to interpret technical schematics, and a valid driver's license for extensive regional travel.