Job Title: Service technician
Location:
Tokyo, JP, 105-0012
Business Unit:
KERN
Posting Date:
Jul 10, 2026
Job Description:
Responsibilities
- Installation, commissioning and testing of CNC machines and automation systems at customer sites
- Performing preventive maintenance and service activities to ensure optimal machine performance
- Diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic issues
- Providing on-site technical support and assisting customers with technical inquiries
- Supporting the development and establishment of service and customer structures within the regional market
- Documenting all service activities and coordinating closely with internal and international teams
Profile | Qualifications
- Approx. 3–5 years of experience in a field service role, ideally within the CNC or machine tool industry
- Strong skills in diagnosing electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, as well as CNC (and ideally PLC) technologies
- Solid knowledge of CNC milling; experience with Heidenhain controls is an advantage
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics and engineering drawings
- Independent and structured working style combined with a strong service and customer-oriented mindset, with the ability to operate in a developing market environment
- High willingness to travel (up to approx. 75%), valid driver’s license and very good English skills
Currency:
JPY
Salary Minimum:
Market
Salary Maximum:
Market
Incentive:
Market