Field Services Technician (Contract to hire)

Job title:

Field Services Technician (Contract to hire)

Company

Submer

Job description

Location & work modality: Houston, USStart: ASAPType of Contract: (Contract to hire), Full TimeTravel Requirements: 75% national & international travelsAbout SubmerThe best way to introduce you to Submer is undoubtedly through our values: Sustainable, Unique, Bold, Making Sense, Empathetic and Reliable. If these resonate with you we’re sure you will find your place here in no time.At Submer, we believe that our digital world can be more sustainable, more efficient and more environmentally friendly. Submer is solving the biggest problems of datacenter, supercomputer, hyperscale and edge applications to make that future possible.Our multinational talented team has a huge passion in reducing IT environmental footprint and expertise in datacenter design and day-to-day operations. We’re scaling our team and operations worldwide to meet growing international demand.What impact you will haveAs a Field Services Technician, you will be on the front lines of Submer’s deployments across the United States. You’ll be responsible for installing, commissioning, maintaining, and supporting Submer systems on-site at datacenters and client facilities. This is a dynamic, travel-heavy role ideal for someone with strong electromechanical skills, customer-facing professionalism, and a drive to solve real-world challenges.What you’ll do

• Perform on-site installation, commissioning, and testing of Submer’s systems.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for hardware, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Interface directly with customers, contractors, and project teams to ensure smooth deployments and service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and local site protocols.
• Document all site activities including installations, interventions, and system updates.
• Provide remote support or on-site escalation when required.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to report issues and suggest design improvements.
• Maintain tools, spare parts, and test equipment in good working order.
• Assist in training clients or partners on proper operation and maintenance procedures.
• When onsite in our Houston office, support our product engineering, assembly and testing lab activities.

What you’ll need

• 8+ years of experience in field services, datacenter operations, or industrial system installation (e.g., HVAC, mechanical, or electrical systems).
• Technical training in electromechanical engineering, HVAC, electrical systems, or related field preferred.
• Experience working in mission-critical environments (datacenters, clean rooms, industrial systems) is a strong plus.
• Solid understanding of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Solid understanding of PLC coding principles and capable of making basic edits or adjustments (though not experienced in full-scale PLC programming or development)
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Comfortable reading technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Clear, confident communication skills with a customer-first attitude.
• Ability to work independently in remote, high-pressure environments.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% across the U.S., sometimes internationally.
• Fluent in English.

What we offer

• Attractive compensation package refleting your expertise and experience.
• Medical Insurance Plan.
• 401k Employee volunteer contribution Plan.
• A great work environment characterised by friendliness, international diversity, flexibility, and a hybrid-friendly approach.
• You´ll be part of a fast-growing scale-up with a mission to make a positive impact, offering an exciting career evolution.

Our Inclusive ResponsibilitySubmer is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.“Submer was born in 2015 from two brilliant and original minds, Daniel Pope and Pol Valls, to make operating and constructing data centers more sustainable and efficient.Our Mission is to build sustainable and future-proof digital infrastructures to create a better and fairer world with sustainable technology.”

Expected salary

Location

Spring, TX

Job date

Sun, 04 May 2025 02:09:19 GMT

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