- Take on hands-on field work across North America, solving complex equipment challenges in major industrial operations
- Earn $40-$47/hr plus overtime, RRSP matching, extended health benefits, paid travel time, and ongoing technical training
- Join a close-knit team where no two projects are the same, with long-term growth opportunities and a strong culture built around loyalty and open communication
Since 1995, Mantech Enterprises has built a strong reputation for delivering precision-manufactured solutions for clients across North America and international markets. The company works with industries including pulp and paper, mining, alternative energy, film, and heavy industrial operations, offering custom machining, turnkey manufacturing, prototyping, and specialized installations tailored to each project’s needs. Backed by ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, and CWB certifications, Mantech is known for its high standards, practical problem-solving, and long-standing client relationships built through consistent results.
Employees at Mantech become part of a close-knit team of engineers, machinists, fabricators, and technical specialists who take pride in hands-on work and seeing projects through from concept to completion. With a steady pipeline of varied work and opportunities to grow alongside the business, Mantech offers a workplace where craftsmanship, accountability, and teamwork matter.
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Mantech Enterprises is looking for a full-time Travelling Field Service Technician based in North Vancouver, BC.
You will operate on a flexible 4x10 schedule, typically working four 10-hour days in the shop when not travelling, while supporting paper mills across Canada and the United States through field assignments that may involve extended hours, overtime, overnight travel, and occasional weekend work.
Reporting to the Service Manager and working alongside experienced Service Technicians, you will play a key role in servicing, troubleshooting, installing, and commissioning automated tail threading equipment at paper mills across North America while supporting shop operations between service trips.
In this position, you will be primarily responsible for travelling to customer sites to complete field service work, diagnose equipment issues, support machine startups, and provide hands-on technical support, while contributing to in-house assembly, testing, and documentation activities at Mantech’s North Vancouver facility.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Travelling to paper mills across North America to perform equipment servicing, repairs, installations, and commissioning
- Inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical equipment issues
- Supporting paper machine startups and fine-tuning automated tail threading systems
- Training customer personnel on the operation and maintenance of installed equipment
- Producing detailed service reports, manuals, system setting sheets, and related documentation
- Assembling and testing equipment in-house between field assignments
- Assisting with shop operations including machining, fabrication, assembly, and electrical work
- Maintaining strong customer relationships while following all site safety procedures and protocols
To qualify, you will ideally bring a trade certification and/or technical diploma, along with 5+ years of industrial or field service experience in a mechanical, electrical, or related technical environment involving heavy equipment, hands-on troubleshooting, and demanding industrial settings.
The following are required:
- A valid Canadian passport with the ability to travel for work into the United States
- Valid driver's licence with the ability to travel independently to airports, customer sites, and remote mill locations
- Willingness and availability to travel frequently across North America
- Ability to work extended hours during field assignments, including occasional weekends and changing schedules
- Ability to work in physically demanding industrial environments
- Ability to pass a 10-panel drug screening as required by customer sites and U.S. paper mills
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
- Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting and repair experience
- Experience working with pneumatic and electrical systems
- Ability to read technical drawings and system layouts
- Industrial, manufacturing, millwright, heavy equipment, or field service experience
- Basic understanding of PLC systems and controls
- Experience assembling, testing, or commissioning equipment
- Strong communication skills with the ability to train and support customers on-site
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively within a collaborative team environment
As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong problem-solving abilities, sound judgement, adaptability, and a practical hands-on mindset that allows you to stay composed in fast-paced field environments. You will bring a strong work ethic, accountability, honesty, and the ability to build lasting relationships with customers and colleagues alike.
This is a rewarding opportunity for a mechanically inclined technician who enjoys varied work, travel, and seeing the direct results of their efforts in the field. Mantech is looking for someone who takes pride in solving problems, embraces challenges, and wants to grow alongside an experienced and close-knit technical team.
Compensation based on skills and experience includes a competitive hourly wage of $40-$47/hr, along with overtime opportunities and a strong benefits package including:
- Extended health, dental, and medical coverage after 3 months
- Group RRSP program with 4% employer matching
- Paid travel time and overtime opportunities while in the field
- Flexible scheduling and time-banking options
- Ongoing in-house and on-site technical training within pulp and paper mills
- Support for professional development, apprenticeship pathways, certifications, and continuing education
- A clean, air-conditioned shop facility based in North Vancouver
- Team events and social activities including BBQs, pizza days, go-karting outings, and more
- A close-knit team environment built around open communication, loyalty, and long-term employee support
Ready to join a company built on craftsmanship, accountability, and practical problem-solving? Join Mantech and gear up for your next opportunity. Apply today!
