The posting
Your diesel skills. A defense mission. A career that takes you places. NOW HIRING: FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIANS — Jacksonville, FLRemote field service roles | Up to 75% travel | $10,000 total bonus opportunity
You know how to troubleshoot an engine, work with your hands, and keep equipment running when people are counting on you. Bring that experience to Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD). Whether you developed your skills in the military, an independent diesel shop, a generator service business, or through trade school followed by hands-on experience, your background could be a strong fit. Military veterans and experienced diesel engine and generator technicians are encouraged to apply. Put your skills behind a mission that matters
FMD designs, builds, and services mission-critical naval power, propulsion, and other essential systems that help keep fleets ready. Here, the quality of your work supports the equipment—and the people—behind the mission. For veterans, it’s an opportunity to bring your technical experience and mission-first mindset into a civilian career. For diesel and generator technicians, it’s a chance to apply your troubleshooting skills to equipment with a larger purpose.
Bring your toolbox. Expand your horizons. If you enjoy hands-on work, changing environments, and solving problems in the field, this role offers the opportunity to travel domestically and internationally—up to 75% of the time. You’ll install, commission, maintain, diagnose, and repair equipment at customer locations. Depending on your qualifications and certifications, that equipment may include diesel engines, electrical controls, cranes, elevators, davits, and roll-up doors. This is a travel-intensive field service position. Assignments may include weekends, evenings, holidays, and emergency call-outs . Earn up to $10,000 in hiring and retention bonuses Newly hired Remote Field Service Technicians receive:
$5,000 sign-on bonus An additional $5,000 retention bonus after completing 12 months of full-time employment
Your base salary is the starting point. Overtime, per diem, and performance bonus opportunities can add to the overall compensation package. This position may also be eligible for a travel hardship bonus, when applicable.
What you’ll bring We’re looking for dependable technicians with strong mechanical aptitude, sound judgment, and pride in a job done right.
Required qualifications include:
High school diploma or GED. Four years of military or relevant industry experience with similar or equivalent equipment. A technical associate degree is welcome; four years of relevant experience is still required. Ability to troubleshoot independently and read equipment diagrams and blueprints. Clear communication, organization, and basic Microsoft Office skills. Valid driver’s license and eligibility for a company credit card. Ability to travel up to 75%, domestically and internationally. Valid U.S. passport, or the ability to obtain one within three months of hire. U.S. citizenship and ability to meet NOFORN access requirements for Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information.
Especially relevant experience: diesel engine or generator troubleshooting, military equipment maintenance, engine test equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs, and electronic controls. Your experience doesn’t have to come from a large company. If you’ve built relevant skills in a small shop or independent service business, we want to hear from you.
Take ownership of the work You’ll work independently and with your service team to diagnose problems, complete repairs, communicate with customers, and document the work. Safety, professionalism, and getting equipment back into reliable operation are central to the role.
Physical requirements The work involves standing, walking, using hands and fingers to handle tools and components, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, hearing, and smelling, as well as frequent sitting, climbing, or balancing. Vision requirements include close, distant, color, peripheral, and depth perception, as well as the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to regularly lift at least 35 pounds.
Benefits that support you and your future Fairbanks Morse offers a competitive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Life and disability insurance. A 401(k)-retirement plan with employer match. Paid time off and paid holidays. Paid parental leave. Tuition reimbursement.
Additional information This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that may be required of positions with this title. It is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. The ability to competently perform all essential duties, with or without reasonable accommodation, a demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as part of a team are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.
Join the team Ready to put your diesel experience to work supporting mission-critical defense systems, see more of the world through your work, and earn up to $10,000 in total bonus opportunities? Bring your experience. See new places. Help keep critical equipment mission ready. Apply today and grow your career with Fairbanks Morse Defense. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
