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Field Equipment Technician I

World Kinect Corporation
United States, Virginia, Newport News
407 Jefferson Avenue (Show on map)
Jun 20, 2025
At World Kinect, our employees are the key to our global success. We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000 strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive. As a Field Equipment Technician I, you will handle mechanical and electronic installations, diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance of fuel tanks and computer electronics. You will support our customers' petroleum product needs and maintain on-board truck computer equipment for the World Kinect Corporation Fleet. Key Responsibilities: Follow directions from the Supervisor, Field Equipment Technician. Diagnose and repair equipment issues. Communicate with clients about equipment requirements and issues. Maintain accurate logs of all work performed. Adhere to company safety policies and OSHA regulations. Set up monitors for fuel usage on above-ground tanks and gas stations. Install pumps and monitoring systems on tanks up to 30,000 gallons. Install and repair GPS and PDI equipment for the company truck fleet. Maintain office and company truck inventory equipment. Perform software installations, run Cat5 cables, and set up networks for internet communication in stores. Work with vendors to ensure compliance with fuel measurement guidelines. Coordinate with vendors for site work outside commuting areas. Principal Networks & Contact Links: Internal: Direct Manager, Supervisor, Fleet Asset Manager, Senior Manager East Coast, PDCs East Coast Regions, Product Manager, Director of Operation Logistics. External: Product Vendors, Tank Wagon Tank Purveyors and Repair Shops, In-Cab Technology Vendors. Geographic Scope & Travel Requirements: East Coast Region, with occasional trips to Central Regions. High travel frequency. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Trade School in electronic systems preferred. Work Experience: 1+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical and/or electronic technical support and service. Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. Familiarity with Tank Wagon Meters and Pumping Systems. #WFS World Kinect is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.