About the role
From micro1’s listing.
Pay: $60/hour
Role Title: Senior Field Service Technician
Role Type: Contractor
micro1 is engaging Senior Field Service Technicians to contribute expertise on a customer’s technical project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.
Scope of Work
- Review and interpret complex electrical schematics, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams to assess equipment function and fault pathways.
- Diagnose faults and performance issues in industrial, HVAC, elevator, heavy equipment, marine, rail, utility, or telecom systems using technical documentation.
- Analyze PLC logic and industrial controls to identify root causes of operational issues and recommend evidence-based solutions.
- Document clear, detailed written reports of troubleshooting approaches, findings, and corrective actions for use in AI model training.
- Evaluate compliance with relevant US codes (NFPA 70/79, ASME A17.1, OSHA) and highlight code-specific requirements based on real project scenarios.
- Communicate technical concepts and diagnostic reasoning effectively in written and verbal form for diverse audiences.
- Provide expert commentary on practical maintenance, service, and repair strategies based on extensive field experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- 8+ years of hands-on troubleshooting experience in industrial, HVAC, elevator, hydraulic, heavy vehicle, marine, rail, utility, or telecom equipment.
- Advanced proficiency reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, hydraulic and pneumatic layouts.
- Deep familiarity with PLC programming, industrial controls, and fault-finding processes.
- Strong working knowledge of US safety and operational codes (NFPA 70/79, ASME A17.1, OSHA).
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex diagnostics into clear documentation.
- Demonstrated capacity to analyze technical information and craft expert-level insights.
- Previous experience authoring technical service reports or instructions is a plus.
Who can apply
The listing only says “Remote”. That doesn’t mean worldwide. Check country eligibility on micro1 before you spend time on it.
How micro1 screens people
- 01Apply on the listing page.
- 02Complete the AI recruiter interview. It asks about your experience and, for technical roles, tests the skill.
- 03If you pass, you are matched to a project when one opens.
Before you apply
- No real platform charges you to apply or to “unlock” work.
- Apply to two or three platforms, not one. Acceptance is never certain.
- It’s contract work in projects. Hours vary week to week.
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