Hire a Veteran Field Service Technician
Government agencies and the contractors that serve them value people who understand the mission, the standards, and the paperwork. Veterans — including those using SkillBridge or targeting GS roles — arrive already fluent. LockLeed places them into federal-facing work.
What a Field Service Technician Owns
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair equipment at customer sites
- Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults
- Represent the company professionally in the field
- Document service and support customers on call
Typical Twin Cities compensation (approximate — verify current figures): $55,000 – $90,000, depending on scope, sector, and experience.
Backgrounds that map to this role
91/15-series, 94-series electronics, Navy ET/FC, Air Force 2A/3D, Marine 28/13-series.
Why veterans excel in Federal & Government Contractors
- Veterans know how the government operates, communicates, and documents — the learning curve is short.
- They meet contract standards, timelines, and reporting requirements without hand-holding.
- SkillBridge and transitioning candidates can start contributing before they even separate.
From Requisition to First Slate
Requirements Brief
We learn the role, the team, the must-haves, and what “great” looks like for you.
Source & Screen
We tap our veteran network, screen against your spec, and run a structured LockLeed interview.
Vetted Shortlist
You get 2–4 vetted finalists with our written endorsement — typically a first slate in 5–10 business days.
Hire & Guarantee
When your candidate accepts the offer, we invoice the placement fee. The Search Engagement Fee that started your search is credited in full toward it. Every placement carries a replacement guarantee.
Field Service Technician Hiring FAQ
What military backgrounds make a good Field Service Technician?
91/15-series, 94-series electronics, Navy ET/FC, Air Force 2A/3D, Marine 28/13-series.
How fast can LockLeed present Field Service Technician candidates?
For most roles we deliver a first slate of 2-4 vetted finalists within 5-10 business days of the requirements brief.
What does it cost to hire through LockLeed?
A Search Engagement Fee starts the search and is credited in full toward the placement fee, which is invoiced when your candidate accepts the offer. Fees vary by client and role, and we walk you through every fee before you sign the agreement. Every placement carries a replacement guarantee. It is always free for the candidate.
Do you place Field Service Technicians outside the Twin Cities?
We are based in Minneapolis and focused on Minnesota and the surrounding region, with a national veteran network we can tap for the right search.
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Tell us the role and we'll bring you a vetted shortlist. A Search Engagement Fee starts the search and is credited in full toward the placement fee.