TN- FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN
J C FORD COMPANY, Columbia, TN
Field Service Technician in Columbia, TN, providing technical support, PLC programming, and customer training with up to 85% travel. The employer states it will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law and is a drug-free workplace. Requires mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and ability to lift over 40 pounds.
What the posting says about criminal records
The employer states it follows fair chance hiring laws. This is a legal compliance statement and does not necessarily mean records are welcomed, so expect a background check after a conditional offer.
Last checked Oct 27, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.
Overview
This role involves installation, start-up, PLC software modification, and troubleshooting for industrial systems. The position requires extensive travel, both foreign and domestic, and a strong technical background in hydraulics or industrial bakery equipment. The employer is an equal-opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or 1-2 years related experience/training
- Comprehensive knowledge of Programmable Logic Controls
- Mechanical and electrical technical skills
- Experience with hydraulics systems and/or industrial bakery
- Ability to travel up to 85% foreign and domestic
- Ability to occasionally lift/move more than 40 pounds
Job details
- Location
- Columbia, TN
- Pay
- $25 to $30 per hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Drug test
- Required