Remote Equipment Service Technician Jobs
Remote equipment service technician jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like medical devices, industrial automation, telecommunications, and field service management, at companies ranging from remote-first hardware firms to large distributed service organizations. Employers hiring remotely right now include YANMAR, Riggs Cat, and Sealed Air. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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See related jobsThe Field Service Technician is responsible for providing high quality repair service on equipment, in order to respond to customer needs in a positive, caring and timely manner and to ensure maximum value for work performed.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with minimal supervision.
- Use hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools, instruments and laptops.
- Understand basic manuals, schematics, and parts books and installation instructions.
- Maintain basic working knowledge of engine and compressor systems.
- Troubleshoot systems for errors.
- Mastery level knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software and cranes and rigging equipment
- Complete assigned jobs and task to meet flat rate times and re-do metric.
- Work safely and follow all Riggs safety policies and procedures.
- Complete related paperwork and access databases required to complete job (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS web, BMTS) accurately and timely.
- Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
- Other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- This position requires the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference, and volume as required.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and the ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Knowledge of Database software; Internet software; and Order processing systems.
- Clean driving record for field assignment
- Must be at least 21 to be assigned and operate field vehicle
- May be required to complete DOT physical
- May require MSHA certification
- Flexibility to work various schedules
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Required travel up to 95%. This is a remote work position.
This position is considered a safety sensitive position.
The Job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
EEO/AA/Hourly/Non-exempt
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
The Field Service Technician is responsible for providing high quality repair service on equipment, in order to respond to customer needs in a positive, caring and timely manner and to ensure maximum value for work performed.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, and test and adjust assemblies with minimal supervision.
- Use hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools, instruments and laptops.
- Understand basic manuals, schematics, and parts books and installation instructions.
- Maintain basic working knowledge of engine and compressor systems.
- Troubleshoot systems for errors.
- Mastery level knowledge of basic hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, laptops, diagnostic software and cranes and rigging equipment
- Complete assigned jobs and task to meet flat rate times and re-do metric.
- Work safely and follow all Riggs safety policies and procedures.
- Complete related paperwork and access databases required to complete job (work order, parts order, JSA, DBS, SIMS, SIS web, BMTS) accurately and timely.
- Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations
- Other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- This position requires the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference, and volume as required.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and the ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Knowledge of Database software; Internet software; and Order processing systems.
- Clean driving record for field assignment
- Must be at least 21 to be assigned and operate field vehicle
- May be required to complete DOT physical
- May require MSHA certification
- Flexibility to work various schedules
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Required travel up to 95%. This is a remote work position.
This position is considered a safety sensitive position.
The Job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
EEO/AA/Hourly/Non-exempt
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote equipment service technician jobs.
- Hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical or electromechanical equipment
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record for field service travel
- Associate degree or technical diploma in electronics, HVAC, or a related field
- Proficiency reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
- EPA 608 or OSHA 10/30 certification depending on equipment and work environment
- Ability to use diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and proprietary software
Tips for Your Remote Equipment Service Technician Job Search
Prove your remote troubleshooting ability upfront
Document specific instances where you diagnosed and resolved equipment issues without in-person assistance, whether through remote monitoring tools, diagnostic software, or written guidance. Remote employers want evidence you can close tickets independently, not just that you have technical knowledge.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote equipment service technician openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your equipment background and apply directly. Early applicants get more attention before a posting fills, especially for niche equipment categories.
Highlight async communication in your materials
Remote equipment service teams run on written updates, ticketing systems, and video walkthroughs rather than hallway conversations. Name the specific tools you've used, such as Zendesk, Slack, or Teams, and give examples of how you've communicated complex technical issues clearly in writing.
Target distributed service organizations specifically
Companies managing equipment across multiple sites, such as medical device manufacturers, IoT platform providers, and industrial automation firms, build remote technician teams by design. Search for roles at organizations with distributed field service models rather than those with a single central facility.
Remote Equipment Service Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote equipment service technician job?
Target companies that run distributed service teams, such as medical device manufacturers, remote monitoring firms, and industrial software companies that support equipment through connected diagnostics. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to troubleshoot without in-person backup. Certifications in relevant equipment categories, experience with remote diagnostics platforms, and a history of resolving issues independently without daily oversight give candidates the clearest edge.
Which companies hire remote equipment service technicians?
Companies hiring remote equipment service technicians right now include YANMAR, Riggs Cat, and Sealed Air, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for this role cluster at remote-first service organizations, medical device companies, and industrial automation firms that manage distributed equipment fleets and need technicians who can support clients or internal teams without being on site.
Can you get a remote equipment service technician job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without on-site supervision. Companies that hire entry-level remote technicians often focus on software-connected or IoT-enabled equipment. Showing completed certifications, a home lab or personal project, and strong written communication skills can substitute for direct work history and open the door to remote roles.
Do you need a degree for remote equipment service technician jobs?
Not always. Most remote employers care more about hands-on technical competency, relevant certifications, and a demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues independently. An associate degree or vocational training helps, but verifiable skills, manufacturer certifications, and a clear record of resolving equipment problems remotely carry significant weight alongside or instead of a four-year degree.
Which industries hire the most remote equipment service technicians?
Most remote equipment service technician openings sit in Chemicals & Materials, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed service teams to support connected equipment, remote monitoring systems, and field assets managed across multiple locations without requiring technicians to be physically present at a central facility.
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