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Installation Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 2903878
Date Posted: 8/6/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Charlotte, NC
Category: Manufacturing
Salary: $25 - $35

Job Description

In this role, you will perform installation and service work in a safe, efficient, and profitable manner while accurately tracking productive labor time versus travel time. You will complete preventive maintenance in accordance with customer-specific service programs and maintain detailed documentation of all work performed, including parts usage and service records. This position requires Stanley equipment updates and ANSI A156.10 standards, as well as keeping technical manuals and documentation up to date. You will be responsible for maintaining company vehicles, tools, and equipment in proper working conditions, managing service vehicle parts inventory, and ensuring all equipment is tested and safety-checked before leaving job sites. A professional appearance and high-quality workmanship are always expected, along with delivering excellent customer service and maintaining positive customer relationships. You may also assist with training and mentoring other technicians on installation and service methods.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a field service environment.
  • Ability to lift 75-100 pounds.
  • Ability to drive for extended periods (2+ hours).
  • Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
  • Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, twist, and work in physically demanding environments.
  • Adequate vision for near, distance, and color recognition.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Flexible schedule with availability for occasional nights and weekends.

Requirements:
  • Install and service automatic door systems safely and efficiently.
  • Perform preventive maintenance according to customer service agreements.
  • Maintain accurate service records, parts usage, and work documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with ANSI A156.10 standards and company installation procedures.
  • Perform equipment updates and maintain current technical documentation.
  • Maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment in proper working condition.
  • Manage service vehicle inventory and replacement parts.
  • Test and safety-check equipment before leaving each job site.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain positive customer relationships.
  • Assist with training and mentoring other technicians when needed.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Experience installing automatic door systems.
  • Construction experience installing doors, door frames, windows, or glazing systems.
  • Electrical troubleshooting experience.
  • Automotive repair experience.
  • Carpentry experience.
  • Experience with databases or system configuration software.








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Commissioning Field Manager
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 2829927
Date Posted: 6/23/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Charlotte, NC
Category: Construction
Salary: $130,000 - $150,000

Job Description

Seeking a Commissioning Field Manager to lead commissioning activities on large-scale mission-critical projects, including hyperscale data centers and advanced infrastructure facilities. This role is ideal for technically strong leaders who have progressed from hands-on electrical, mechanical, controls, commissioning, critical facilities, semiconductor, automation, or military technical backgrounds and are looking to move into project leadership. You will oversee field execution, coordinate contractors and vendors, manage project teams, and serve as the primary onsite contact for clients throughout the commissioning process.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead onsite commissioning and functional testing activities
  • Direct contractors, vendors, and commissioning personnel
  • Review construction documents, drawings, and system sequences
  • Develop commissioning plans, procedures, and test scripts
  • Coordinate project schedules, manpower, and resources
  • Identify and resolve technical and project execution issues
  • Serve as primary client contact during commissioning activities
  • Prepare commissioning reports and project documentation
  • Support startup, validation, troubleshooting, and turnover activities
Preferred Backgrounds:
We're particularly interested in candidates with leadership experience from:
  • Data Center Operations & Critical Facilities
  • Commissioning & Startup
  • Electrical Maintenance & Automation
  • Semiconductor Manufacturing
  • Industrial Controls & Robotics
  • Mission-Critical Infrastructure
  • Navy Nuclear (EMN, ETN, MMN)
  • Navy ET, EM, IC, MM
  • Military technical leaders with strong electrical or mechanical backgrounds
Must-Have Skills, Experience, & Education:
  • Strong electrical, mechanical, or controls troubleshooting background
  • Experience leading teams, projects, or field operations
  • Ability to read drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
  • Willingness to travel extensively and support long-term project assignments
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Nice-To-Have Skills, Experience, & Education:
  • Data center commissioning experience
  • Critical facilities experience
  • Project management or field leadership experience
  • Experience with electrical distribution, HVAC, controls, generators, UPS, or automation systems





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Industrial Maintenance Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 4530637
Date Posted: 1/27/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Charlotte, NC
Category: Industrial, Manufacturing
Salary: $75,000 - $90,000

Job Description

Maintenance Technician responsibilities include, but are not limited to, taking care of our customers by executing the division's safety, quality, cost, productivity, and profitability objectives. This includes mechanical troubleshooting and repairs, cooperating with and supporting operations, aggressively pursuing process improvement, assist with documentation and training for all equipment and other duties as assigned. The Maintenance Technician is expected to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, rotating shifts, and weekends.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.


Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • 4 years of experience working in industrial (or comparable) mechanical maintenance.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

  • Solid theoretical knowledge of mechanical principles
  • Sound analytical troubleshooting skills
  • Process efficiency and automation
  • 2-year degree in mechanical or related field
  • Navy Machinist Mates


Benefits: A Company that Supports You

  • Vision insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401K
  • Profit sharing
  • Pay for Performance
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Stock program
  • Scholarships





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Field Service Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 2850630
Date Posted: 1/12/2026 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Charlotte, NC
Category: Data Centers
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000

Job Description

  • Performs Service tasks, identifies technical problems and makes analysis through remote or on-site activity in any Service categories (installation and commissioning, maintenance, repairs, engineering and consulting, advanced services, extensions, upgrades and retrofits, end of life services, replacements, etc.).
  • Contributes to customer satisfaction by executing Service work according to customer order and expectation. Creates and maintains a good relationship with customers and understands their needs. Identifies new sales opportunities and communicates them internally.
  • Coordinates, prepares and ensures that all materials, parts and equipment are available and at the appropriate quality for Service activities.
  • Prepares all documents and reports to be signed by the customer representative. Reports work done in a timely manner and follows up when needed.
  • Proactively identifies potential equipment failures and requests proactive corrective actions. Troubleshoots equipment failure and makes recommendations to avoid repeating the problem in the future.
  • Proactively identifies suggestions for product and quality improvement and communicates them further in the organization. Provides recommendations to management to improve operations and customer service.
  • Applies safety rules and safe practices as well as environmental responsibilities. Reports unsafe practices and incidents.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent military experience or Associates Degree with 2 or more years' experience in servicing critical power equipment
  • Will consider High School Diploma/GED and 10 or more years' experience.
  • Advanced level ability to interact and communicate (written and verbal) information to varying levels within the organization.
  • Advanced level of ability to use Microsoft Office products.
  • Moderate ability to self-Project Manage using MS Project or Excel.
  • Advanced ability to write test plans and reports detailing test results.
  • Military Preferred









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Field Service Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 2899123
Date Posted: 1/1/1900 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Charlotte, NC
Category: Industrial
Salary: $30 - $42

Job Description


The Field Service Technician (FST) supports customers with on-site service, technical support, and training. Responsibilities include:
  • Commissioning new equipment and performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of existing equipment
  • Providing telephone and on-site customer support
  • Preparing detailed Field Service Reports (FSRs) documenting work performed and equipment performance
  • Training at the Tulsa, OK home office, followed by on-the-job training (OJT) with experienced FSTs before autonomous work
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical service support on existing installations to ensure systems meet building codes and operate efficiently
  • Program and commission control systems and integrate them with building automation systems
  • Work with multiple control systems across different sites
  • Communicate directly with customers to resolve site-specific issues
  • Document service calls, including follow-up requirements
  • Replace failed parts, controllers, wiring, relays, and devices as needed
  • Maintain courteous and professional interactions with customers
  • Verify devices, panels, and annunciators of control projects
  • Ensure timely software backups for projects and software development
  • Complete timesheets, service work orders, and other required paperwork accurately and on time
Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:
  • Strong electrical, electronic, and/or mechanical aptitude, including troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems such as AC/DC motors, industrial controls, compressors, backup generators, etc.
  • Ability to use volt meters, amp meters, oscilloscopes, and troubleshoot basic electric/electronic circuitry
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and electronic diagrams
  • Working understanding of AC power circuitry (including breakers, multi-phase power, 120VAC)
  • Comfortable working at heights or in confined spaces
  • Service-minded and customer-focused





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