Remote Senior Field Service Technician — AI Research & Domain Evaluation

Join ZR Talent Group's remote specialist network as a Remote Senior Field Service Technician — AI Research & Domain Evaluation earning $60 - $110/hour. Working asynchronously from anywhere in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, or South Africa, you will apply your practical background in Electrical Schematic Reading, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Diagrams, PLC & Industrial Controls Troubleshooting, HVAC/Elevator/Heavy Equipment Service to benchmark frontier artificial intelligence models, identify failure modes, and elevate domain-specific accuracy.

Prior experience building machine learning systems is not required—our research partners value authentic practitioner judgment, domain rigor, and clear analytical writing.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• 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.

Required Qualifications & Technical Criteria

• Demonstrated professional or advanced academic background in Electrical Schematic Reading, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Diagrams, PLC & Industrial Controls Troubleshooting, HVAC/Elevator/Heavy Equipment Service.
• Strong analytical writing and critical evaluation skills in English.
• Self-directed work ethic suited for an asynchronous, 100% remote research environment.

Preferred Experience & Bonus Attributes

• 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.

Compensation, Remote Eligibility & Schedule

• Compensation Band: $60 - $110/hour
• Work Model: 100% Remote / Work From Home with flexible asynchronous scheduling
• Eligible Remote Locations: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Current Openings: 20 active specialist positions
• Hiring Organization: ZR Talent Group
• Core Skills & Technologies: Electrical Schematic Reading, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Diagrams, PLC & Industrial Controls Troubleshooting, HVAC/Elevator/Heavy Equipment Service, Equipment Fault Diagnosis