Field Service Truck Technician
The Field Service Truck Technician at Confidential Client is responsible for installing, commissioning, monitoring, maintaining, and repairing cathodic protection systems across the U.S., requiring extensive travel and outdoor fieldwork. This entry-level role offers hands-on training, career growth opportunities including industry certification, and involvement with cutting-edge technologies to support critical energy infrastructure integrity.
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About the Role
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Field Service Truck Technician (Cathodic Protection / CP Technician) to join a growing technical team serving energy and infrastructure clients across the U.S. This hands-on field role spends ~75% of time traveling to project sites nationwide, performing installation, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of cathodic protection systems. This is a field-forward, physically active job with significant overtime while on project travel and strong opportunities for training and career growth in CP engineering and AMPP standards.
What You’ll Do
- Work safely in the field, following Confidential Client and client site safety procedures
- Prepare for and execute planned cathodic protection projects and site visits
- Operate CP testing equipment and other field instruments (data collectors, meters, etc.)
- Install, commission, maintain, and repair components of cathodic protection systems
- Perform troubleshooting and corrective work on CP systems and related assets
- Gather accurate field data and complete records, reports, and operator qualification (OQ) documentation promptly
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and on-site personnel to meet project goals and technical requirements
- Learn and follow applicable State and Federal rules, CFR 49 Parts 192 & 195, and AMPP test methods and standards
What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively (~75% travel nationwide) and perform physically demanding outdoor work
- Comfortable operating company vehicles, ATVs/UTVs, and using standard hand and power tools
- Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to safety, quality, and ethical service delivery
- Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear verbal/written communication
- Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate across offices and disciplines
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office); eagerness to learn CP concepts and industry test methods
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting pay range: $22–$26 / hour (depends on experience) — significant overtime expected while traveling on projects
- Estimated annual pay (role-dependent): approx. $50,612 (varies by hours, overtime, and location)
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision; annual performance bonus; 401(k)/profit sharing with 6% match; company-paid life, AD&D, short/long disability; PTO and paid holidays; tuition reimbursement
- Per diem, mileage or vehicle allowance, and daily truck rate while traveling on projects
Why Join
- Clear growth path into CP design and engineering, advanced certifications (Cathodic Protection Specialist) — certification possible within ~6 months with demonstrated skill
- Hands-on training from experienced in-house experts and exposure to modern inspection and testing technologies
- Work that strengthens critical energy and utility infrastructure across multiple industries (Liquids & Natural Gas, Mining, Water/Wastewater, Renewables, Manufacturing)
Location & Legal Notes
- Job location: Texas (role requires nationwide travel)
- Employment type: Full-time, hourly field technician role
- Confidential Client operates bias-free hiring practices and complies with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities during the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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