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Service Technician 1
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 2534791
Date Posted: 7/30/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA
Category: Energy
Salary: $35 - $35

Job Description

Inspect, maintain, and perform minor to moderate repairs on “Compressed Natural Gas” (CNG), “Liquefied Natural Gas” (LNG), and/or “Liquid to Compressed Natural Gas” (LCNG) fueling equipment, including compressors, dispensers, priority panels, dryers, storage tanks and other related equipment. During inspections, Service Technician 1 will identify corrective action and/or proactive maintenance service actions required on CNG / LNG / LCNG equipment and generate service orders for completion or assignment to Service Tech 2, 3, or Master Technicians. Additionally, Service Technician 1 will ensure that assigned stations are operationally prepared for our customers by cleaning and wiping down equipment, removing visible trash and ensuring trash containers are emptied. Work on PM's and rebuild as secondary manpower under direction of Tech 2, 3, or Master. Fill in for other technicians as required within the region. At times, this position will provide information and assistance to the public or Clean Energy Contracted customers. This position works closely with maintenance planners, field service support, field technicians and/or Operations management to ensure that issues are resolved in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

Electrical:

  • Basic electrical troubleshooting and electrical repairs under direction of Tech 2, 3, Master.
  • Repair, replace, and adjust malfunctioning equipment to restore proper operating condition specified in company standard operating procedures and manufacturer repair manuals.

Mechanical:

  • Basic mechanical troubleshooting and electrical repairs under direction of Tech 2, 3, Master.
  • Repair, replace, and adjust malfunctioning equipment to restore proper operating condition specified in company standard operating procedures and manufacturer repair manuals.

General:

  • Make scheduled inspections of CNG, LNG and/or LCNG fueling locations and equipment to determine proper and normal operating conditions in accordance with company standard operating procedures.
  • Diagnose and correct faulty and malfunctioning mechanical and/or electrical components, devices and equipment related to CNG, LNG and/or LCNG.
  • Clean and maintain fueling locations.
  • Drive to or between company sites to perform job responsibilities.
  • Update and document all activity, service orders, work performed and recommendation in our D365 company Field Service Automation (FSA) software. Must be proficient on a personal computer, laptop, and mobile devices.
  • Maintain all fueling related equipment and structures in accordance with manufactures requirements and company standard operating procedures.
  • Coverage at other stations in neighboring states may be required due to business needs and advancement criteria.
  • Availability to be on-call 24/7 outside of normal business hours may be required.
  • Availability during off-duty hours as required including potential overtime hours.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, & Education:

  • High School Diploma (preferred) or equivalent plus a minimum of 2 years of related or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to apply practical understanding of detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
  • To perform this job successfully, the individual should have a basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.

Quality:

  • Consistently produces high quality work (accurate, neat, and thorough). Strives to improve productivity, processes, and quality. Demonstrates strong knowledge and skills related to the job. Presents a professional image with dress, demeanor, and manners. Maintains clean workspace, company equipment and company vehicles. Safety is a high priority; performs job safely.

Communication:

  • Communicates clearly, concisely, effectively, professionally, and timely. Exhibits good listening and comprehension skills. Keeps others appropriately informed and shares ideas even when unpopular. Listens to what others have to say. Maintains open and active communication with colleagues. Effectively uses knowledge and experience in asking, probing, and anticipating issues to ensure quality is provided.

Teamwork:

  • Fosters the spirit of working with each other. Displays respect, courtesy, politeness, tact, and openness. Handles conflict in an appropriate and professional manner. Builds relationships, promotes cohesiveness, models collaboration with others. Considers impact and issues for our customer and other departments. Engages other impacted departments early for solutions.

Persistence:

  • Develops workable alternatives and solutions. Exhibits persistence in following assignments through to completion. Promotes process improvements.

Reliable:

  • Responds in a timely manner. Is honest, ethical, value-driven, and trustworthy. Keeps commitments made, completes assignments, and meets deadlines. Accountable - Takes responsibility for own actions and performance. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Available and accessible.

Entrepreneurial:

  • Takes initiative and appropriate action. Is engaged and committed to achieving the company's mission. Pursues better ways to get things done and takes appropriate risks. Keeps up to date with competitor information and market trends. Controls costs and thinks in terms of profit, loss and added value. Is committed to the satisfaction of customers.

Leadership:

  • Provides clear direction around a vision. Creates actionable plans and is proactive & anticipatory. Demonstrates innovative approaches and solutions. Is an example for employees and others. Accepts responsibility for individual and team performance. Makes appropriate and timely decisions and acts on decisions. Sets clear and reasonable performance expectations. Motivates and empowers others. Delegates tasks appropriately. Recruits staff of a high caliber. Provides feedback to subordinates that is timely and direct. Recognizes subordinates for their contributions and effort. Encourages continuous growth and learning in others. Shows respect for others and their ideas. Helps others manage through change.

Passion:

  • Is excited and creates enthusiasm about the company's future. Promotes a sense of company pride. Displays sense of pride in the department and its contributions. Displays passion for the job.

Physical Demands:

  • Physical demands are customary for this type of position. Always practice good judgment and refer to the safety guidelines. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is regularly required to stand, climb, and constantly drive. Regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally move up to 75 pounds. Lifting over 50 pounds may require mechanical and/or second technician assistance. Moving over 75 pounds will require mechanical means, or additional employee assistance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

  • 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 enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Always practice good judgment and refer to the safety guidelines.
  • The noise level in the work environment is regular exposed to moderate to high noise areas.






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Field Engineer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 4779381
Date Posted: 7/27/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA
Category: Construction
Salary: $74,000 - $77,000

Job Description

The primary purpose of the Field Engineer is to train employees on how to build projects in the field and to aid the Superintendent in Field Management. The Field Engineer is responsible for most of the layout of the project as well as lift drawings, safety, and quality control responsibilities.

  • Subcontractor Management
  • Assisting Foreman with interpreting plans and specifications
  • Production and daily reporting

Company is hiring people that are seeking a career and provide systematic training toward career advancement. The Field Engineer role is an opportunity to build a lucrative career in commercial construction management.


Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

Strong communication skills

  • Microsoft Office Suites (specifically Excel, Prolog, Primavera, and AutoDesk Suite experience)
  • 3 years of applicable experience (project management, leadership)
  • 4-year degree or Construction Management experience.
  • Military experience is heavily valued.


Position Details:

Location: Southern California (SD, OC, LA or Riverside)
Shift: Monday - Friday | Typical Business Hours
Compensation: $100k First Year W2
  • $74K - $77K base salary + ~$20K COLA + Cellphone Allowance + Vehicle Allowance + Annual Bonus
Benefits: Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Life and Disability Insurance as well as generous PTO. Year 2 triggers retirement plan that comes with 15% of base pay annual contributions. Bonuses, Profit Shares, and Automobiles kick in with advance positions.
Travel: Local travel to project sites





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Field Service Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 2493421
Date Posted: 6/28/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA
Category: Manufacturing
Salary: $85,000 - $95,000

Job Description

The Field Service Technician II provides hands-on maintenance and repair services on-site for company's fleet of fuel cell installations. This position will participate in the commissioning of new fuel cells at new sites, as well as support of troubleshooting, testing and repair activities on existing fuel cell installations.

  • Under appropriate guidance and direction, performs troubleshooting and repairs on fuel cells installed at customer sites.
  • Collaborates with others on commissioning of new fuel cell installations
  • Performs service and troubleshooting on ancillary equipment used for overall fuel cell operation.
  • Understands principles of large distribution switchgear 480-volt systems.
  • Experience with computer systems, preferably remote monitoring, and control systems.
  • Understands mechanical and electrical componentry, plumbing, and systems operation.
  • Will increasingly utilize the fuel cell remote monitoring system to control fuel cell, as directed
  • Utilize electrical schematics to troubleshoot electrical components
  • Domestic and overseas travel as needed
  • Overtime is as required or needed
  • Company vehicle operation and maintenance
  • Company expense reporting in a timely manner

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • 4-6+ years of hands-on experience servicing/troubleshooting products containing a variety of components electrical and mechanical
  • AA/AS with 2-4+ years of experience, as noted above
  • Electrical/HVAC trade school certification
  • E1/E2 or P1/P2 license preferred
  • Valid Driver's License required
  • Knowledge of electrical, plumbing and fuel processing systems
  • Some training and experience with troubleshooting systems
  • Some relevant trades training and experience
  • Experience with computer systems
  • Analytical thinking





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Field Service Engineer I
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 5857928
Date Posted: 6/26/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: San Diego, CA
Category: Medical, Healthcare
Salary: $27 - $33

Job Description


The Field Service Engineer I installs, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, and performs preventative maintenance on advanced medical equipment used in hospitals, laboratories, and healthcare facilities throughout the assigned territory.

This role is ideal for mechanically and electrically inclined technicians who enjoy working independently, solving technical problems, traveling, and providing excellent customer service. Comprehensive factory training is provided, making this an excellent opportunity for military veterans and technicians transitioning into the medical device industry.


Key Responsibilities
  • Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain medical equipment at customer locations.
  • Perform preventative maintenance, equipment upgrades, recalls, and Field Modification Instructions (FMIs).
  • Calibrate, test, and verify equipment performance to manufacturer specifications.
  • Install software updates, firmware revisions, and warranty repairs on maternal infant care equipment.
  • Document repairs, parts usage, and service activity using ServiceMax.
  • Travel throughout the assigned territory to complete scheduled service calls.
  • Provide professional technical support while building strong customer relationships.
  • Utilize diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and manufacturer service procedures.
  • Coordinate with dispatch and technical support teams to complete work orders efficiently.
  • Maintain company quality, safety, and documentation standards.

Must-Have Skills, Experience & Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Associate degree, military technical training, or trade school certification preferred.
  • One of the following:
    • 2–4 years of field service, industrial maintenance, electronics, mechanical repair, biomedical equipment, military technical, or similar technical experience.
    • Associate degree or technical certification with at least one year of hands-on technical experience (internships and apprenticeships accepted).
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting aptitude.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, service documentation, and equipment procedures.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to operate personal or rental vehicles.
  • Proof of automobile liability insurance.
  • Willingness to travel extensively throughout the assigned territory.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience & Education
  • Biomedical equipment or medical device experience.
  • Military technical experience (Electronics, Biomedical, Avionics, Communications, Nuclear, Maintenance, etc.).
  • Preventative maintenance and calibration experience.
  • Experience troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, or electronic systems.
  • Experience using ServiceMax or CMMS software.
  • Customer-facing field service experience.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies.
  • Interest in building a long-term career in healthcare technology.

Ideal Military Backgrounds
  • Army 68A Biomedical Equipment Specialist
  • Army 94 Series Electronics Maintenance
  • Navy Electronics Technician (ET)
  • Navy Electrician's Mate (EM)
  • Navy Interior Communications Electrician (IC)
  • Navy Hospital Corpsman (Biomedical Equipment)
  • Air Force Biomedical Equipment Technician (4A2X1)
  • Air Force Avionics
  • Marine Corps Electronics Maintenance
  • Coast Guard Electronics Technician

Why This Opportunity?
  • Excellent opportunity to enter the growing medical device industry.
  • Extensive paid technical and manufacturer training.
  • Strong overtime earning potential.
  • Independent, customer-facing field service role.
  • Company-paid travel expenses.
  • All tools, diagnostic equipment, and technology provided.
  • Long-term career growth within healthcare technology.
  • Excellent fit for military technicians transitioning into civilian field service careers.





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