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<p></p><h2 data-end="228" data-start="186"><strong data-end="226" data-start="189">Start-Up and Commissioning Technician</strong></h2> <p data-end="413" data-start="229"><strong data-end="323" data-start="311">Company:</strong> Koch Finishing Systems<br data-end="349" data-start="346"><strong data-end="364" data-start="349">Department:</strong> Field Service<br data-end="381" data-start="378"><strong data-end="401" data-start="381">Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time</p> <hr data-end="418" data-start="415"> <h3 data-end="464" data-start="420"><strong data-end="464" data-start="424">Build a Career That Travels With You</strong></h3> <p data-end="789" data-start="466">At <strong data-end="495" data-start="469">Koch Finishing Systems</strong>, we design and deliver innovative surface finishing solutions used across industries—from automotive to aerospace. We're seeking a <strong>Start-up and Commissioning </strong><strong data-end="664" data-start="627">Start-Up Technician</strong> to join our team and support the installation, commissioning, and service of automated finishing systems throughout the U.S.</p> <p data-end="967" data-start="791">This is a <strong data-end="825" data-start="801">field-based position</strong> with frequent travel. Candidates can reside <strong data-end="894" data-start="870">anywhere in the U.S.</strong>, as long as they are within <strong data-end="966" data-start="923">one hour of a regional or major airport</strong>.</p> <hr data-end="972" data-start="969"> <h3 data-end="996" data-start="974"><strong data-end="996" data-start="978">What You’ll Do</strong></h3> <ul data-end="1764" data-start="998"> <li data-end="1091" data-start="998"> <p data-end="1091" data-start="1000">Assist with <strong data-end="1039" data-start="1012">mechanical installation</strong> and <strong data-end="1056" data-start="1044">start-up</strong> of new systems at customer sites</p> </li> <li data-end="1168" data-start="1092"> <p data-end="1168" data-start="1094">Conduct <strong data-end="1129" data-start="1102">equipment commissioning</strong>, calibration, and functional testing</p> </li> <li data-end="1281" data-start="1169"> <p data-end="1281" data-start="1171"><strong data-end="1224" data-start="1171">Troubleshoot and debug industrial control systems</strong>, including sensors, PLCs, HMIs, and related components</p> </li> <li data-end="1357" data-start="1282"> <p data-end="1357" data-start="1284">Respond to <strong data-end="1318" data-start="1295">field service calls</strong> and resolve technical issues on-site</p> </li> <li data-end="1449" data-start="1358"> <p data-end="1449" data-start="1360">Perform <strong data-end="1394" data-start="1368">preventive maintenance</strong>, <strong data-end="1413" data-start="1396">system audits</strong>, and support <strong data-end="1447" data-start="1427">upgrade projects</strong></p> </li> <li data-end="1540" data-start="1450"> <p data-end="1540" data-start="1452">Interface directly with customers, providing technical guidance and training as needed</p> </li> <li data-end="1627" data-start="1541"> <p data-end="1627" data-start="1543">Work closely with project management and engineering to ensure successful installs</p> </li> <li data-end="1689" data-start="1628"> <p data-end="1689" data-start="1630">Document service activities and maintain detailed reports</p> </li> <li data-end="1764" data-start="1690"> <p data-end="1764" data-start="1692">Travel up to 75% (domestic, with occasional international opportunities)</p> </li> </ul> <hr data-end="1769" data-start="1766"> <h3 data-end="1793" data-start="1771"><strong data-end="1793" data-start="1775">What You Bring</strong></h3> <ul data-end="2355" data-start="1795"> <li data-end="1883" data-start="1795"> <p data-end="1883" data-start="1797">Experience in <strong data-end="1849" data-start="1811">mechanical assembly, field service</strong>, or <strong data-end="1881" data-start="1854">equipment commissioning</strong></p> </li> <li data-end="1964" data-start="1884"> <p data-end="1964" data-start="1886">Familiarity with <strong data-end="1926" data-start="1903">industrial controls</strong> (PLCs, HMIs, sensors, relays, etc.)</p> </li> <li data-end="2065" data-start="1965"> <p data-end="2065" data-start="1967">Ability to read and interpret <strong data-end="2042" data-start="1997">technical drawings, electrical schematics</strong>, and wiring diagrams</p> </li> <li data-end="2121" data-start="2066"> <p data-end="2121" data-start="2068">Strong <strong data-end="2112" data-start="2075">problem-solving and communication</strong> skills</p> </li> <li data-end="2188" data-start="2122"> <p data-end="2188" data-start="2124">Self-motivation and ability to work independently in the field</p> </li> <li data-end="2237" data-start="2189"> <p data-end="2237" data-start="2191">Willingness and ability to travel frequently</p> </li> <li data-end="2300" data-start="2238"> <p data-end="2300" data-start="2240">Must live within <strong data-end="2298" data-start="2257">1 hour of a major or regional airport</strong></p> </li> <li data-end="2355" data-start="2301"> <p data-end="2355" data-start="2303">Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record</p> </li> </ul> <p data-end="2573" data-start="2533"> </p> <h3 data-end="2615" data-start="2580"><strong data-end="2615" data-start="2584">Why Koch Finishing Systems?</strong></h3> <ul data-end="2938" data-start="2617"> <li data-end="2663" data-start="2617"> <p data-end="2663" data-start="2619">Competitive salary and <strong data-end="2661" data-start="2642">travel per diem</strong></p> </li> <li data-end="2744" data-start="2664"> <p data-end="2744" data-start="2666">Comprehensive <strong data-end="2700" data-start="2680">benefits package</strong> (medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more)</p> </li> <li data-end="2798" data-start="2745"> <p data-end="2798" data-start="2747">Ongoing <strong data-end="2796" data-start="2755">training and professional development</strong></p> </li> <li data-end="2881" data-start="2799"> <p data-end="2881" data-start="2801">Work with cutting-edge industrial equipment and a supportive, experienced team</p> </li> <li data-end="2938" data-start="2882"> <p data-end="2938" data-start="2884">Make a direct impact on high-profile customer projects</p> </li> </ul>

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