Sr. Field Service Technician
WestRock
- Location
- CA WFH California
- Work model
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Salary
- $65.6k – $109.4k/yr
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
About this role
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
SENIOR SERVICE TECHNICIAN $65,625-$109,375 Salary Non-Exempt Shop hours : M-F 7a-4p Travel: 80%-90% The Opportunity Provides technical service, and training expertise to customers in the installation and maintenance of Smurfit Westrock packaging machinery. This assistance includes machine audits, planned maintenance and other customer requested technical services. Provides independent support to the customer. Capable of gathering information and can bring the knowledge from the field back to Service Management, Engineering and Sales. How you will impact Smurfit Westrock: Provides installation and service of Smurfit Westrock equipment in the field. Conducts exit interviews with customers prior to leaving facility. Manages on-site installation, repair, and maintenance of Smurfit Westrock machinery. Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, and electrical related problems in a safe, effective, and efficient manner both in person and over the phone/web. Train operators on the safe use and proper care of the Smurfit Westrock equipment Train maintenance personnel in the safe use and proper maintenance of Smurfit Westrock equipment. Ability to accurately define and explain repairs made, and proper maintenance procedures to plant and internal personnel. Ability and willingness to work varying hours as required to meet customers’ production schedule. Follow all customer policies and procedures while in their facilities. Ability to work with and effectively communicate with plant personnel at all levels. Ability to effectively comprehend directions being communicated by senior level technicians and other authorized personnel. Provides input/feedback for continuous improvements and changes. Complete FAT/PDI (acceptance testing) of machines as needed. Organization and lead of significant machinery events Working knowledge of general functions and setup of multiple machinery platforms. Ability to troubleshoot, repair and assemble electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components safely and correctly with little to no supervision. Ability to interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics required to troubleshoot and repair Smurfit Westrock equipment. Ability to interpret assembly drawings required for repair and accurate assembly of equipment. Ability to understand and communicate ladder logic as required to effectively repair and troubleshoot software related issues. Knowledge of basic electrical codes. PLC experience required, prefer Allen Bradley Ability to legally travel both domestically and internationally up to 80-85%. Ensures service reports are properly completed and signed by the customer prior to being delivered to the customer. Expense reports are completed and turned in accordance with company policy. Assists in ensuring that purchase orders for all sold services and parts are obtained. Clears service calls and customer visits with service manager or authorized personnel. Communicates daily with service manager or authorized personnel when out on service or site visits. Assists in machinery check out and assembly as needed. Provides input/feedback for continuous improvements and changes. Trains and mentors junior service technicians. Reports to: Service Manager or authorized personnel Maintains internal relationships with all fellow employees Maintains relationship with customers and Smurfit Westrock plant personnel Proven mechanical experience of more than 10 years. Basic knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) procedures.