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.
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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