Field Service Technician Up to 75% Travel | Nationwide - just need to live near a major airport!
Starting at $30.50/hr
Love to travel, solve problems, and work hands-on with cutting-edge equipment? Ready to rack up airline miles while building a rewarding technical career? Join Lantech as a Field Service Technician and become a critical part of the team that keeps our customers running worldwide.
We offer a strong compensation package, a robust training program, and long-term career growth with a global industry leader.
Who We Are
- Lantech is the world leader in stretch wrapping technology — and the original inventor of the rotary stretch wrapper.
- For decades, we’ve continued to innovate with performance-enhancing technology while expanding our expertise into case and tray handling equipment.
- Today, Lantech machines operate around the globe, supported by multilingual technical teams and a culture rooted in quality and continuous improvement.
Why You Matter
- As a Field Service Technician, you are the face of Lantech to our customers.
- Your expertise ensures their equipment is installed, running efficiently, and supported when challenges arise.
- Your work directly helps customers safely deliver their products to markets around the world—and keeps Lantech’s reputation for excellence strong.
What You’ll Do
- As a Field Service Technician at Lantech, you’ll combine technical skill with customer interaction while working both in the field and at our facility.
- Key responsibilities include:
- Support customers across the United States through on-site service and support
- Perform equipment start-ups, installations, troubleshooting, and repairs
- Train customers on equipment operation and maintenance
- Coordinate information between customers and internal Lantech teams to resolve issues
- Provide technical phone support when not traveling
- Perform quality control inspections of equipment prior to shipment
- Travel up to 75%, with a comprehensive up to 6-month training program based in Louisville, KY
What We’re Looking For
- This role does not require that you live in the Louisville, KY area.
- We’re seeking a self-motivated, customer-focused technician who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys hands-on problem solving.
- You’re a great fit if you:
- Have strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
- Are a self-starter comfortable working independently and with customers
- Possess excellent communication and customer service skills
- Are team-oriented with a strong commitment to quality
- Have experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical industrial equipment
- Have experience with PLC logic development and troubleshooting
- Demonstrate proficiency with basic computer applications
- Are legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Education & Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in field service or equipment maintenance in a related industry
- Experience reading mechanical blueprints and electrical schematics preferred
- Experience with packaging equipment strongly preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Technical schooling in electricity, electronics, or equipment maintenance (2+ years) preferred
Desired Skills
- Problem-solving
- Strong communication
- Customer service excellence
- Team-oriented mindset
Why You’ll Love Working at Lantech
- Job Stability: An essential business experiencing strong growth in the manufacturing industry
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: 401(k) with company match; Quarterly profitability bonuses; Medical, Dental, Vision; Paid Life, STD & LTD insurance; Paid Vacation, PTO, and 8 paid holidays
- Career Development: Industry-leading training and opportunities to advance
- Casual Dress & Great Culture: Supportive teams and a people-first environment
Come stretch your career with Lantech—where innovation meets opportunity.