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Field Service Technician - Welding

nVent
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Mississippi, Jackson
Feb 09, 2026
We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We're looking for an experiencedField Service Technician to join our team and support projects at power plants and industrial sites across the U.S. This is a fieldfocused role where your expertise in 6G aluminum welding, construction environments, and handson mechanical skills will make a direct impact on our customers and project success. To ensure full transparency, please note the following: 75% travel is mandatory. This includes overnights, extended field assignments, and occasional shortnotice assignments. (All expenses paid) Field work often involves emergency or unscheduled tasks, and hours may vary based on project demands. Overtime or doubletime may be available during field assignments, in line with company policy and applicable wage laws. A 20% fieldwork premium applies when working at remote job sites. When not in the field, you will work in the shop to ensure consistent employment in between assignments (Permanent Role, not Contract Work) WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION Perform advanced 6G aluminum welding in the field, ensuring highquality workmanship that meets ASTM and ANSI/AWS standards. Coordinate tools, materials, and equipment for the jobsite to keep projects running smoothly and on schedule. Work closely with customers and subcontractors on-site, representing our company with professionalism and strong communication. Complete required safety processes, including Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) prior to any work. Conduct welding inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting based on company procedures and project needs. Provide the project manager with daily updates on progress, challenges, and any changes that may impact scope or timeline. Help manage project costs by submitting accurate field documentation, receipts, and reports on time. When not assigned to field work, perform welding and fabrication tasks in the shop to maintain steady hours and continuous employment. YOU HAVE Demonstrated experience as a 6G aluminum welder in construction or industrial environments. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tape measurements, and fabrication drawings. Prior leadership, crew coordination, or field supervision experience (preferred). The ability to work hours based on business needs,not guaranteed to follow a standard schedule. AWS 6G MIG aluminum welding certification (preferred) Willingness to participate in OSHA 30 training (required) Forklift/manlift operator training certification A valid driver's license with a good driving record (required) Willingness and ability to travel 75% of the time, often to remote power plants and industrial job sites. Ability to use basic technology and software, including Tablets, laptops, and Microsoft Office Products. Physical ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions; stand, walk, kneel, climb, and lift to 50 lbs. regularly. Strong focus on safety, quality, and communication with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams. WE HAVE: A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com. Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance Benefits to support the lives of our employees Benefit Overview At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match. Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection. At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.