Field Technician

ASTRO PAKASTRO PAKFairfield, California, United States
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Posted

10/12/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$20 - $21/hr

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

You will set up and operate specialized equipment to perform chemical cleaning and passivation on mission-critical fluid and gas systems. The role involves handling process chemicals safely, maintaining equipment, and traveling extensively to support various industrial facilities.

Requirements overview

Candidates must have a valid Class C driver's license, a clean driving record, and the ability to travel nationwide 80% of the time. You must be comfortable working in PPE, lifting 50 lbs, and working flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Key skills

Chemical cleaningPassivationEquipment operationSafety complianceHazardous chemical handlingMechanical aptitudeProblem solvingTechnical documentationMobile technologyCommunicationMath skillsPPE usageLogistics5S standards

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Education requirements

high schoolprofessional certificate

About ASTRO PAK

Industry

Metal Treatments

Employees

285

Type

Privately Held

Size

201-500 employees

Astro Pak is the leader in providing Passivation, Precision Cleaning and High-Purity Chemical Cleaning services for a wide variety of “cleanliness sensitive” critical systems and components. Many of our customers have external agencies that drive their cleaning requirements, such as the FDA, NASA and others. We service such industries as Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Aerospace, Laser, Semiconductor, Water Treatment and more, including Industrial markets. Astro Pak has been perfecting its cleaning chemistries and processes over the past 65 years, for which we deploy crews and equipment to go on site to customer facilities, as well as processing components, hardware and assemblies at one of our state of the art Cleanrooms or Shop locations. Our services and products leverage decades of experience to deliver the most effective chemistries and techniques, resulting in increased equipment longevity, reduced corrosion-related downtime and regulatory compliance in client facilities.

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Job categories

TradesManufacturingEngineeringEnergySecurity & Safety

Description

Astro Pak is the nation's leading precision cleaning and passivation contractor specializing in on-site cleaning of high purity gas and fluid systems, as well as precision cleaning of components and hardware at the company’s Cleanroom facilities. Astro Pak provides services to over 15 sectors including: Data Centers, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Semiconductor, and other selected Industrial markets. The company, founded in 1959, has performed on-site precision chemical cleaning in every State of the Union as well as several projects in Asia, Canada, continental Europe, England, Ireland and Mexico. Astro Pak is looking for motivated individuals who want more than a typical job. As an Associate Field Technician, you’ll travel to cutting-edge facilities across the country while learning a specialized technical trade used in industries like aerospace, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and advanced manufacturing. If you enjoy hands-on work, solving problems, and seeing new places while building valuable technical skills, this role could be a great fit. ********$3,000 Sign-On Bonus******** What You’ll Experience This is not a typical entry-level job. It’s a traveling technical career path. You’ll receive immersive training and work alongside experienced technicians performing specialized chemical cleaning and passivation on mission-critical fluid and gas systems. Every project is different. One week you may be working at a semiconductor facility, the next supporting aerospace manufacturing. Expect: Extensive travel to project sites across the U.S. Hands-on work with specialized equipment and chemical processes Rapid skill development and certifications Opportunities to grow into senior technician or leadership roles Travel requirements: 80%+ travel nationwide 30–50% night shift work Overtime, weekends, holidays, and short-notice travel may be required What You’ll Do As part of a field service team, you will: Set up and operate specialized equipment for chemical cleaning and passivation Safely handle process chemicals such as citric acid and caustics Use PPE and follow strict safety and compliance procedures Load, transport, and unload project equipment and materials Drive company vehicles to job sites (vans, trucks, forklifts) Perform hands-on work in a variety of environments (indoors, outdoors, rooftops) Maintain organized workspaces aligned with 5S/CEO standards Complete OSHA and internal safety training Support mission-critical customer facilities across the country Who Thrives in This Role We hire for attitude and train for success. The best candidates are: Mechanically inclined Comfortable working with tools and equipment Adaptable to new environments Safety-focused Excited about travel and hands-on work Interested in building a long-term technical career Basic Requirements Valid Class C driver’s license with clean driving record Real ID or Passport required for air travel Ability to attend two weeks of paid training in California within the first 3 weeks of employment Medical DOT certificate Strong math skills (ratios, percentages) Comfortable using mobile technology and basic programs (Word, Excel, Outlook) Fluent in English with strong communication skills Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in PPE in changing environments Willingness to work night shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays Preferred (But Not Required) High School Diploma or GED Technical schooling or trade certification OSHA / HAZWOPER / Confined Space certifications Field service or hazardous chemical handling experience Why Join Astro Pak? Paid Training & Certifications No experience required. We provide hands-on training and help you earn industry certifications. Travel Opportunities Work at advanced manufacturing and technology facilities across the country while building your career. Career Growth Many of our technicians advance quickly into senior technical roles, trainers, or leadership positions. Team Culture Work alongside experienced professionals in a safety-first, supportive team environment. Competitive Benefits Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and family leave Travel stipend Training and development opportunities Flexible spending accounts and more Compensation: The pay for this position typically has a starting rate of $20-$21. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and location Astro Pak, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), age (40 or older), national origin, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. We will reasonably accommodate applicants or employees with disabilities, and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.

Requirements

  • •Chemical cleaning
  • •Passivation
  • •Equipment operation
  • •Safety compliance
  • •Hazardous chemical handling
  • •Mechanical aptitude
  • •Problem solving
  • •Technical documentation
  • •Mobile technology
  • •Communication
  • •Math skills
  • •PPE usage
  • •Logistics
  • •5S standards

Benefits

  • •Medical insurance
  • •Dental insurance
  • •Vision insurance
  • •401(k) with company match
  • •Paid time off
  • •Family leave
  • •Travel stipend
  • •Training and development opportunities
  • •Flexible spending accounts
  • •Sign-on bonus

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