Senior Service Technician – Chicago Area (Field-Based)
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Service Technician to join our team in the Chicago area. This dynamic role involves troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing advanced industrial equipment — including HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and chillers
Senior Service Technician – Chicago Area (Field-Based) Role Overview
- Field-based, working from home and traveling to local customers and surrounding states.
- Approximately 50% travel required, including occasional out-of-state trips.
- Most travel will be by car; occasional flights may be required.
- In-office presence as needed when not traveling.
Important Requirements:
- US Citizen
- Must have a personal credit card to book car rentals (company credit card provided for expenses).
- Must pass a background check and drug screen (some work on government property).
- HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, chillers
Senior Service Technician – Chicago Area (Field-Based) Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot electrical and refrigeration systems on-site.
- HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, chillers
- Install, maintain, and repair industrial machines per factory specifications.
- Diagnose, repair, certify, and recalibrate equipment as needed.
- Respond promptly to service calls with effective technical solutions.
- Support customers and fellow service reps with hands-on expertise.
- Develop or modify machine-related software programs and systems.
- Perform mechanical and electrical tasks including assembly, leveling, diagnostics, repairs, and control system troubleshooting.
- Cosmetic copper brazing.
- Collaborate with product development teams on testing new products.
- Conduct warranty troubleshooting and repairs.
Qualifications
- Senior Service Technician must have Advanced troubleshooting of commercial & industrial HVAC systems (RTUs, chillers, boilers, split systems).
- Electrical diagnostics – reading schematics, testing circuits, identifying faults.
- Refrigeration expertise – knowledge of refrigerants, charging procedures, leak detection, EPA compliance.
- HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, chillers
- Controls & automation – programming, repairing, integrating BAS/BMS systems.
- Cascade & multi-stage chiller systems – operation, maintenance, repair.
- Airflow design & balancing – ductwork layout, static pressure testing, airflow optimization.
- Brazing, soldering, and welding for piping repairs and installations.
- Preventive & predictive maintenance planning.
- Good driving record with ability to travel throughout the region.
- Strong computer and communication skills.
- Commitment to safety standards at customer and manufacturing sites.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary hourly pay+ overtime
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage (Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO & HMO plans)
- 401(k) or Roth IRA with 40% company match on first 5% contributed (eligible after 1 year)
- Life insurance (1x annual salary)
- Long-term disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Per diem + company van + all expenses paid
Time Off
- 2 weeks vacation
- 5 sick days
- 11 paid holidays (subject to annual review)
Why Join Us?
- Collaborative work environment with opportunities for input to senior management.
- Exposure to a variety of complex industrial systems in a consultative, technical role.
- Field-based autonomy with structured support and resources. #INDHP
Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tools provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Must be a US CITIZEN, pass a background check, and have a credit card to book rental cars - answer yes or no
Experience:
- HVAC: 5 years (Required)
- Chillers: 3 years (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
