Field technician Jobs in Chicago, IL

Principal Duties/Responsibilities:

· Performs competent break-fix & preventative maintenance. This includes but is not limited to: observing devises in operation to determine root cause of problem; dismantling devices to gain access to and remove defective parts; adjustment of functional parts of devices and control instruments; repair and/or replacement of defective parts; and performing troubleshooting and repair of electrical circuitry and mechanical systems.

· Identifies parts, supplies and repair items as necessary for equipment maintenance and repair.

· With minimal instruction, performs maintenance as per industry standards.

· Works with customer counterparts to execute maintenance, reliability, and preventative maintenance procedures.

· May be required to setup and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts. May perform welding tasks.

· Conforms and complies with customer contractor codes of conduct, housekeeping standards, and safety processes

· Documents work performed in service reports, and applicable management systems.

· Performs routine processes with and within industrial control systems to troubleshoots and analyzes complex equipment, perform equipment maintenance, and to resolve equipment problems.

· Utilizes in-depth application of electrical, mechanical, and fluid power aptitude to troubleshoot and repair equipment.

· Completes and conducts on-the-job training and technical self-study programs for career development.

· Follows all safety related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions and guidelines. Situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs), & Competencies:

Essential KSAs:

· High School Graduate or equivalent (GED).

· Associates degree with a Technical focus and 5 years of related experience in specific industry; or, 7 years of experience in specific industry.

· Must be able to use basic hand tools and specialized tools as appropriate.

· Possesses working knowledge and experience regarding electrical, mechanical, and fluid power systems in related fields. Can analyze the problems, synthesize alternative solutions, and perform repairs

· Extensive travel required. (Local, National, International).

Desirable KSAs:

· Experience in preventative maintenance techniques, precision measuring, mechanical alignments, and general maintenance of applicable process equipment.

· Exposure to programmable logic controllers, field devices, and electrical drive and motor systems.

Competencies:

· Communications

· Customer Focus

· Personal Discipline

· Safety

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, ascend/descend or balance to heights that may require a ladder or lift; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in confined spaces; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to use close vision and color vision. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. Work is typically performed in a factory environment and is usually very loud. In the factory environment, the employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and/or greasy or slippery

Compensation and Benefits:

ATS believes in fair and equitable pay. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. We also offer market leading benefit programs including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, PTO, a 401k retirement plans with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Pay Range:

$32 - $58 per hour

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You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Industrial Electrical Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
• Servo Motors