STS Technical Services is hiring Field Service Representatives in Madison Heights, Michigan, to provide hands-on technical support for vehicle platforms and systems deployed at customer locations.
This field-based role serves as a direct technical link between engineering teams and end users. The Field Service Representative supports vehicle maintenance, troubleshooting, operator training, fielding activities and product improvement efforts while traveling extensively to customer sites.
Travel of up to 75 percent is required.
Position Details
- Job Title: Field Service Representative
- Department: Field Operations / Customer Support
- Location: Madison Heights, Michigan, with extensive travel
- Reports To: Engineering Lead
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Travel: Up to 75 percent
- Security: Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearance
Position Overview
The Field Service Representative serves as the primary on-site technical resource for vehicle platforms and systems operating at customer locations.
This position provides scheduled maintenance, diagnostics, corrective repairs and technical training while documenting field issues and communicating directly with Engineering, Operations and Program Management teams.
The Field Service Representative is also responsible for providing real-time feedback from the field to support engineering changes, technical publication updates and continuous product improvement.
Responsibilities
- Provide on-site technical support for vehicle platforms and subsystems at customer locations
- Perform scheduled maintenance, diagnostics and corrective repairs
- Serve as the primary point of contact between customers and Engineering, Operations and Program Management teams
- Conduct root cause analysis on system failures and field issues
- Document findings and recommend corrective actions through field service reports
- Deliver operator and maintainer training to customer personnel
- Support new vehicle fielding activities
- Support vehicle integration events and acceptance testing
- Maintain accurate service records, inspection logs and parts usage reports
- Coordinate warranty repairs with internal teams
- Support parts procurement and component return or exchange activities
- Work with Supply Chain and Logistics teams to support field requirements
- Identify opportunities for engineering changes and product improvements
- Recommend technical publication updates based on field observations
- Follow applicable safety standards and customer site requirements
- Maintain compliance with applicable ITAR and export control requirements
- Support program reviews, readiness assessments and customer meetings
- Provide technical input regarding fielded system performance
- Travel to customer locations throughout the United States and internationally when required
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- At least five years of hands-on experience in vehicle or heavy equipment maintenance, repair and troubleshooting
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals
- Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering drawings
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools and test equipment
- Proficiency using standard hand and power tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prepare clear and professional field service reports
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances
- U.S. citizenship required for ITAR compliance
- Ability to travel up to 75 percent
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as mechanical, electrical, automotive or a related field
- Prior military experience supporting tactical or armored vehicle platforms
- Military maintenance experience or equivalent
- Experience supporting defense or government customers in a field service or contractor role
- Familiarity with automotive electrical systems
- Familiarity with CAN bus architectures
- Experience with hybrid or electric drivetrains
- ASE certifications or equivalent industry credentials
- Experience using ERP or service management systems
- Experience with work order tracking and parts management
- Familiarity with ITAR or EAR export control requirements in a field environment
Core Competencies
- Strong customer focus and ability to build productive working relationships
- Technical problem-solving skills across mechanical and electrical systems
- Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and field conditions
- Strong personal accountability
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to respond effectively in time-sensitive customer environments
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments
- Ability to work on shop floors, test tracks and in field conditions
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and climate conditions
- Willingness to work non-standard hours, weekends and extended shifts as required
- Ability to travel up to 75 percent
- Ability to complete extended assignments at customer sites when required
About STS Technical Services
STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial organizations across the United States. We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities where their experience can make an immediate impact.
Apply Today
If you have hands-on vehicle or heavy equipment maintenance experience and are comfortable troubleshooting systems, supporting customers and traveling extensively, apply today to join STS Technical Services as a Field Service Representative in Madison Heights, Michigan.
Equal Opportunity Employer
STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.
