Service Engineer
The Level I Service Engineer supports water treatment, industrial wastewater, and utility systems at semiconductor and industrial facilities by assisting with equipment maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and system operations. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience working alongside senior professionals to ensure safe, reliable service delivery and system performance.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Service Engineer to support water treatment, industrial wastewater, and utility systems at semiconductor and other industrial facilities in Phoenix, AZ. This hands-on field role is full-time and offers hourly pay in the range of $27–$45/hr. You’ll work alongside experienced service professionals to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, and system start-ups while learning industry-standard practices and documentation.
What You’ll Do
- Assist with routine operations, inspections, preventive maintenance, and service work on treatment and utility systems.
- Inspect and help maintain pumps, valves, piping, tanks, instruments, and other process equipment.
- Support equipment installations, replacements, and repairs under guidance from senior technicians.
- Help investigate equipment or system issues and carry out corrective actions with supervision.
- Learn to read and use P&IDs, equipment layouts, technical drawings, manuals, and operating procedures.
- Monitor equipment condition and report operational concerns, installation issues, or safety observations.
- Assist with system startups, commissioning, operational testing, and performance checks.
- Organize tools, materials, and equipment needed for site work.
- Enter service information, maintenance records, and material requests in company systems.
- Prepare clear service reports, inspection records, and maintenance logs.
- Communicate work progress and equipment status with supervisors, coworkers, customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Follow company and customer safety practices, environmental requirements, and site procedures.
- Participate in outage support, emergency service work, and after-hours activities when needed.
- Perform other field and site support tasks as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
- An associate degree, technical certificate, or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (mechanical/environmental engineering, construction management, industrial technology, facilities maintenance), preferred.
- Up to two years of experience in industrial maintenance, field service, plant operations, water/wastewater treatment, construction support, or related areas.
- Basic understanding of mechanical equipment (pumps, valves, piping, instruments, process systems).
- Ability to follow technical instructions and work from drawings, manuals, and procedures.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic recordkeeping tools.
- Clear communication, good organization, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach.
- Willingness to learn, follow safety procedures, and work in industrial facility environments.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly pay: $27–$45 per hour.
- Full-time position.
- Eligible benefits may include medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, basic life/accident options, retirement savings access, paid holidays, and paid sick leave per applicable law. Exact benefits and eligibility are set by our client and may vary by assignment and location.
- Confidential Client may provide training and career development opportunities.
Location & Employment Type
- Location: Phoenix, AZ (on-site / field-based at industrial and semiconductor facilities).
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Hiring: You will be employed directly by Confidential Client; Careertakes is the recruiting partner supporting this process.
Legal & Compliance Notes
- This position complies with applicable U.S. hiring laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities — please let us know if you need assistance during the hiring process.
- Confidential Client may verify eligibility to work in the U.S. and may participate in E-Verify where required.
- Confidential Client may use AI-assisted tools to support application review. These tools do not replace human decision-making.
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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