Grow Your Field Career with a Leader in Laboratory Instrumentation
LECO has been advancing laboratory technology for 90+ years. From our headquarters in St. Joseph, Michigan, this family-owned company serves customers across the globe with precision instruments and a culture grounded in trust, stability, and loyalty.
Role Highlights
- Status: Full-time, remote, salaried
- Travel: Routine field travel with up to four overnight hotel stays Monday–Friday, depending on workload
- Territory: Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana as a primary focus; nearby regions as needed
- Location: Ideal home base near Dallas, TX
- Bonus: $5,000 signing bonus
What You’ll Tackle
- Preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on analytical and metallographic instrumentation.
- Installation of new systems plus deployment of updates and upgrade kits.
- Customer training covering instrument theory, operation, software, and maintenance best practices.
- Execution of all service activities in compliance with LECO’s ISO accreditation.
How You’ll Develop
- 3–5 months of structured instrumentation training at LECO (St. Joseph, MI).
- On-the-job shadowing with seasoned field service engineers nationwide.
- Annual service training at headquarters to keep skills current.
What You Bring
- Clear written and verbal communication; self-driven work style.
- Professional conduct and strict adherence to customer site and safety policies.
- Strong organizational habits and attention to detail.
- Comfort traveling frequently, including up to four overnights per week.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record; personal credit card or ability to obtain one.
- Mechanical proficiency; experience with AC/DC electronics or a demonstrated ability to learn.
- Chemistry knowledge or military experience preferred but not mandatory.
Education/Certifications- Two Year Technical Degree or Trade School, or
- Prior Military with training in a technical field, or
- Equivalent work experience or training in a technical field
Technical Competencies
- Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Electrical / Electronic Systems; High Voltage Systems
- Pneumatics Troubleshooting
- Industrial Electrical Experience and Systems
- Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
- Electrical Schematic Reading
- Equipment Installation & Wiring
- Field Service Readiness
Compliance
- EOE M/F/VET/Disability
- Pass a background check and substance abuse screenings
- Must be authorized to work in the US without restriction
