Field Service Technician - Scales & Industrial Equipment
Job Description
Job Description
For over 80 years, American Scale has been a leader in commercial and industrial weighing systems. We are looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined Scale Service Technician to join our Irwindale team.
As a Scale Service Technician, you'll travel throughout Southern California in a company-provided Ford F-250 pickup truck servicing commercial scales up to 5,000 lbs. Our customers include food manufacturers, medical facilities, recycling centers, laboratories, warehouses, manufacturers, and many other industries.
What You'll Do
- Install, inspect, calibrate, and repair commercial scales
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and electronic weighing equipment
- Complete service work orders using Microsoft Windows
- Interface with scale software and peripheral equipment
- Learn California Weights & Measures regulations and NIST Handbook 44
- Build relationships with customers and recommend new equipment when appropriate
- Represent American Scale with professionalism and outstanding customer service
What You'll Need
- Valid California Driver License with a clean driving record
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Windows)
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to safely use hand and power tools
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently
Experience With These Is a Plus
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Industrial maintenance
- Calibration or instrumentation
- Low-voltage wiring
- Forklift operation
- Customer service or light sales
We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay (DOE)
- Company-provided Ford F-250 service truck
- Paid training
- Company uniforms
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Health and company benefits after successful completion of a 90-day probationary period
- Opportunities for advancement with a company celebrating 80 years in business
Company Description**American Scale Company**, established in **1946**, is a trusted leader in commercial and industrial weighing solutions. We specialize in the sales, service, calibration, and repair of weighing equipment, delivering precision, reliability, and exceptional customer support to businesses across a wide range of industries. For over 80 years, we've built our reputation on quality workmanship, innovative solutions, and long-term customer relationships.
Company Description
**American Scale Company**, established in **1946**, is a trusted leader in commercial and industrial weighing solutions. We specialize in the sales, service, calibration, and repair of weighing equipment, delivering precision, reliability, and exceptional customer support to businesses across a wide range of industries. For over 80 years, we've built our reputation on quality workmanship, innovative solutions, and long-term customer relationships.