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Field Service Technician - Separation Equipment (Madison, WI)

Separators, Inc., Madison, WI, United States


Field Service Technician – Industrial Equipment
Location:

Madison, WI (Field‑Based, Travel Required) |

Job Type:

Full‑Time | Hourly (Non‑Exempt) |

Pay:

First‑Year Earnings Potential $68,000–$72,000

About Separators, Inc.
Separators, Inc. is North America’s leading independent service provider specializing in the repair, service, and remanufacturing of industrial centrifuge equipment (Alfa Laval, Tetra Pak, GEA). We support food and dairy manufacturers by keeping their critical production equipment running safely and efficiently.

Job Summary
We are seeking a Field Service Technician to support industrial centrifuge equipment at customer facilities, primarily in the dairy and food processing industries. This is a hands‑on, mechanical, customer‑facing role with extensive travel and strong growth opportunities.

No centrifuge experience required.

Technicians with strong mechanical aptitude and transferable field or industrial skills are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Perform scheduled maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on industrial centrifuges

Troubleshoot mechanical and process‑related issues

Provide onsite technical support and customer training

Ensure all work is completed safely and according to customer and company standards

Communicate job status, parts needs, and recommendations to customers

Complete accurate service reports and documentation

Follow up with customers after service to confirm proper operation

Participate in rotating after‑hours and weekend service support

Travel to customer sites across the Midwest

Ideal Backgrounds (Transferable Skills Welcome)

Industrial or plant maintenance

Field service (any industry)

Mechanical repair, rotating equipment, pumps, motors, or conveyors

HVAC, manufacturing, or food & beverage environments

Technical trades or military experience

Requirements & Qualifications
Required

High school diploma or GED

Strong mechanical aptitude and hand‑tool experience

Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems independently

Strong customer service and communication skills

Basic computer skills (reports, email, documentation)

Ability to travel up to ~75%

Availability for scheduled weekend and after‑hours rotation

Preferred

Trade school or technical training

Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and carry 50+ lbs routinely

Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crawl, and work in confined or industrial spaces

Ability to work extended shifts when required

Ability to travel, drive, and safely perform physical job duties at customer sites

Ability to wear required PPE (safety glasses, steel‑toe boots, etc.)

Schedule & Travel Expectations

Typically onsite 1–5 days at a time

Occasionally onsite up to 8 days for limited projects

Regularly scheduled 1–2 weekends per month

Rarely 3 weekends/month (discussed in advance)

Employees may decline a 4th weekend if ever requested

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly pay with overtime and travel time

Health insurance with HSA option

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program

Why Work at Separators?

Hands‑on, meaningful technical work

Strong training and career development

Supportive, team‑focused culture

Stable company supporting critical industries

Based in Madison, WI

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