Controls & Instrumentation Field Service Tech
hkaaChicago, IL
Controls & Instrumentation Field Service Tech
hkaaChicago, ILSenior L5
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical DoorInstallation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All OtherElectrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and MaintenanceElectronic and Precision Equipment Repair and MaintenanceInstruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables
APPLY NOWServices Technical SpecialistControls & InstrumentationInstall, service, and repair the full range of SSI products, including engineered package systems, pneumatic and electronic controls and instrumentation, mechanical pumps, traps, and ancillaries. This role covers the entire product portfolio with a primary focus on Controls & Instrumentation, delivering high-value field services focused on steam system performance, reliability, and energy efficiency. Requires 6570% regional/national travel within the USA.
Responsibilities:
Represent the company in the field on projects involving commissioning, startup, warranty repair, troubleshooting, and installation of our product portfolio
Provide detailed reports on work activities
Interact with customers and internal teams including customer service, engineering, project management, and sales
Prepare for travel, gather tools/resources, perform trap testing, hands-on field repair, generate sketches and/or engineering calculations, and problem-solve
Attend training as required for safety and industry knowledge
Identify and communicate improvements to processes and products
Support Steam Trap Surveys when necessary
Follow the Scheduler's guidance for planned field activities and collaborate to improve efficiency
Service mechanical pumps, steam traps, and related ancillaries as needed
Work on engineered package systems, pneumatic/electronic controls, and instrumentation
Coordinate activities to ensure effective use of time and field resources
Contribute to reliable, efficient, and safe delivery of field service activities
Manage time to provide accurate reporting and documentation
Prioritize and resolve scheduling conflicts and backlog consumption
Communicate with appropriate personnel regarding loading and backlog needs
Communicate with sales when opportunities for additional sales activity arise
Required:
Must currently reside near Chicago, IL; Central Valley, CA; or Columbia, SC
High school diploma/GED required; vocational or technical degree preferred
13 years of relevant experience
Valid driver's license with ability to operate a motor vehicle
Above-average knowledge of MS Office (especially Word and Excel)
Above-average knowledge of steam and fluid systems, controls, or instrumentation products
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated reliability and resilience in a frequent-travel role
Ability to travel more than 70% of the time
Physical ability to stand/walk 75% of the time and lift more than 25 lbs.
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Level
Senior L5
Location
Chicago, IL
Occupation
Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door
Industry
Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
Posted
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