Field Service Technician

Jobot

Galesburg, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20–$30 Per Hour
LOCATION
Galesburg, IL
POSTED
11 days ago
Field Service Technician | Galesburg, IL | Global Food Processing Equipment Manufacturer

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Salary: $20 - $30 per hour

A bit about us:

Founded over seven decades ago, we are a global leader in designing and manufacturing industrial food processing and packaging equipment. We build customized production lines (from frying and baking systems to conveyors and inspection technology) that help major food brands produce safe, consistent, and high-quality products efficiently.

Why join us?
  • Competitive Compensation: Strong hourly + overtime potential
  • Travel Pay + Daily Per Diem
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Career Growth: Work directly with engineering, manufacturing, and customers
  • High Autonomy: Independent work environment with significant field responsibility
  • Exposure to a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and combustion technologies


Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Install, commission, and repair industrial food processing equipment
  • Provide mechanical, electrical, combustion, and process troubleshooting—both onsite and via phone
  • Conduct on-site training for equipment operators and maintenance personnel
  • Work closely with engineering/design teams to provide feedback on equipment design and function
  • Prepare detailed written field service reports summarizing work completed and equipment condition
  • Perform mechanical adjustments, control instrument calibration, and functional parts alignment
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, installation drawings, and system diagrams
  • Work with plumbing, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
  • Travel up to 90% of the time to customer facilities
  • Work safely on ladders, at heights, and in hot/non-air-conditioned environments
  • Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment as needed

Qualifications Needed:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (technical training preferred)
  • Minimum 5 years of experience working with mechanical and electrical equipment
  • Strong experience with equipment installation, repair, and industrial troubleshooting
  • Combustion system or plant engineering background strongly preferred
  • Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and installation diagrams
  • Background in plumbing, hydraulics, and pneumatics
  • Ability to climb ladders, lift equipment, and work at heights or in hot environments
  • Proficient with hand tools, power tools, meters, and diagnostic instruments
  • Strong communication skills for customer interaction and training
  • Willingness to travel 90% nationally


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About the Company

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com