Technical Service Engineer – Entry Level (UPS / HVAC) - Ohio, Indiana, or Houston, TX
This entry-level Technical Service Engineer role at Confidential Client offers recent engineering graduates hands-on training and mentorship in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting UPS and HVAC systems critical to data centers and telecom infrastructure. The position involves extensive fieldwork, customer interaction, and a clear career progression path toward senior engineering or leadership roles, with a strong emphasis on safety and technical skill development.
About Careertakes
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Role overview
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry-Level Field Service Engineer (Technical Service Engineer) to join their field team supporting UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) and HVAC systems used in data centers, telecom, energy, and industrial environments. This is a hands-on, travel-heavy field role designed for recent graduates or early-career technicians who want structured training, mentorship, and a clear career path toward senior engineering or technical leadership roles.
- Employment type: Full-time
- Estimated pay: $68,546 per year (estimated)
- Locations: Multiple (Ohio, Indiana, Houston, TX — regional assignments)
- Travel: Expect frequent regional travel; up to ~80% travel depending on assignment
What you’ll learn
- How to install, commission, and maintain UPS and HVAC systems
- Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems
- Field safety practices and customer site procedures
- How critical infrastructure supports data centers, telecom, and energy systems
- Customer communication and service best practices
What you’ll do
- Assist senior engineers with installation, commissioning, preventive maintenance, and repair of UPS and HVAC systems
- Participate in structured training programs focused on safety, diagnostics, and equipment operation
- Provide on-site and remote technical support under supervision
- Support testing, inspection, and performance verification to ensure compliance with specifications
- Complete service reports and documentation accurately and on time
- Follow Confidential Client’s site safety and quality standards at all customer locations
- Travel regionally (and occasionally nationwide) for field assignments
Who should apply
This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals who:
- Enjoy hands-on technical work and troubleshooting
- Want to apply electrical, electronic, mechanical, or HVAC training in real-world environments
- Are eager to learn under mentorship and follow structured development plans
- Are comfortable traveling frequently and working at customer sites
Qualifications
- Associate, technical certificate, or bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, or a related technical field (military technical experience considered)
- Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical concepts (voltage, current, airflow, pressure, etc.)
- Strong willingness to learn and follow safety procedures
- Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as required
Physical / work environment & requirements
- Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, reliable transportation, and pass a pre-employment drug screen
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds for short durations
- Ability to kneel, crouch, and stand for extended periods; work at heights or reach overhead as required
- Ability to travel for multiple days by car or air depending on projects
- Coordinate multiple tasks while maintaining 100% safety awareness
- Willingness to travel up to approximately 80% of the time, depending on client needs
- Note: This position is not eligible for employment-based immigration sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer now and in the future without requiring visa sponsorship.
Why join Confidential Client?
- Comprehensive training programs for UPS and HVAC systems with hands-on mentorship
- Clear career progression path to Senior Field Engineer, Technical Specialist, or leadership roles
- Exposure to modern energy and cooling technologies used in data centers and industrial settings
- Collaborative environment that values learning, innovation, and sustainability
- Benefits may include health coverage, retirement savings, paid time off, and other company-sponsored programs (eligibility per plan terms)
Additional hiring notes
Confidential Client is committed to compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Background checks, drug screening, and driving-record checks may be part of the pre-employment 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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