Field Services Technician
Company: AMS Corporation
Location: Knoxville
Posted on: January 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Company Description Who We Are
AMS Corporation is a nuclear engineering services company based in
Knoxville, Tennessee, with a mission to ensure the safe operation
of the worldwide nuclear fleet. Founded in 1977 as a spinoff of Oak
Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Tennessee, AMS has
nearly 50 years of experience developing innovative testing
technologies and engineering solutions that help nuclear facilities
maintain safe, reliable, and compliant instrumentation and control
(I&C) systems. What It’s Like to Work Here At AMS, you’ll join
a collaborative team of experts across nuclear, electrical,
mechanical, computer, and materials engineering. We invest heavily
in research and development, encourage creativity in
problem-solving, and provide hands-on opportunities to contribute
from day one. Many employees build long careers here because
they’re able to learn continuously, take on diverse technical
challenges, and work in an environment guided by teamwork, respect,
and shared purpose. Job Description As a Field Services Technician
on the Cable Testing & Technical Services Team, you will play a key
role in supporting nuclear and industrial facilities by performing
advanced on-site testing for performance evaluations, diagnostics,
condition monitoring, and troubleshooting using AMS’s proprietary
platforms and other specialized tools. In this hands-on,
travel-intensive role, you will conduct non-destructive electrical
testing to assess equipment health and support clients during
normal plant operation, outages, and/or commissioning activities.
Through careful data collection, clear communication, and reliable
field execution, you will help ensure the long-term safety,
performance, and reliability of critical plant systems across the
nuclear fleet. What You’ll Do Travel to assigned locations as
needed to perform field service work in support of operational
needs. Apply a strong technical background to learn and carry out
specialized testing, maintenance, or service activities under
established procedures and training. Communicate clearly and
professionally with internal stakeholders and external partners,
providing timely updates on work performed, issues encountered, and
next steps. Work cooperatively with team members, demonstrating a
teachable spirit and a desire to grow through hands-on training and
mentorship. Provide an orderly, safe, and efficient work
environment by consistently following organizational policies,
procedures, and safety guidelines. Follow all guidelines and
expectations as set forth by organizational leadership.
Qualifications Who We’re Looking For Demonstrates professionalism,
reliability, and a strong work ethic; maintains a consistent
employment history and shows commitment to long-term career growth
in technical fields. Brings genuine enthusiasm for extensive travel
(90–110 days annually) and is willing and able to travel on
weekends, holidays, and at short notice with a positive attitude.
Exhibits strong customer-service skills and professional
communication ability; comfortable engaging with technical
personnel and external clients at nuclear facilities. Applies
critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot
complex systems independently and work effectively under pressure
in dynamic field environments. Shows self-motivation and eagerness
to learn; embraces hands-on training, asks questions, and
demonstrates a teachable spirit committed to developing expertise
over a structured multi-year learning process. Operates as a
flexible, adaptable team player with a positive attitude;
collaborates effectively, respects colleagues, and contributes to
strong working relationships within the team. Required
Qualifications Holds an associate degree in electronics, or
equivalent technical training such as military instruction, or
brings hands-on experience in field services, instrumentation,
electrical systems, or related maintenance work. Demonstrates prior
travel experience and shows genuine eagerness to travel extensively
(90–110 days annually), including during peak seasons (spring and
fall), with willingness to travel on weekends and holidays when
client needs require. Brings hands-on technical skills, including
the ability to read electrical schematics, use multimeters and lab
equipment, solder, and troubleshoot electronic systems; shows
mechanical aptitude and strong manual dexterity. Communicates
professionally with strong customer-service orientation; works
effectively with nuclear facility personnel and external clients
while representing the company professionally. Shows strong work
ethic, reliability, and stability (demonstrated by consistent
employment history); is a self-motivated learner who embraces
hands-on training, remains patient during structured multi-year
technical development, and maintains a positive attitude in
high-responsibility environments. This position involves work under
U.S. Department of Energy contracts and requires access to nuclear
facilities. As a result, U.S. citizenship is required to meet
federal compliance and security-access regulations. Additional
Information Compensation & Benefits Health Coverage – Generous
employer contributions toward comprehensive health, dental, vision,
life, and disability insurance Retirement – 401(k) with generous
employer matching contributions Paid Time Off – Four weeks annual
vacation plus at least 10 paid holidays per year Professional
Development – AMS is committed to your growth as a technical
specialist; mentorship by senior engineers and PhDs, access to
professional conferences, and continuing education opportunities in
nuclear engineering and advanced analysis Career Growth – Annual
salary reviews, raises, and advancement opportunities within a
fast-paced, team-oriented, mission-driven organization AMS
Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all
applicable employment laws and do not discriminate based on any
protected characteristic. Certain roles may require U.S.
citizenship or other federally mandated clearances. This job
posting is being managed by FractionalRecruiter on behalf of AMS
Corporation.
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