Minooka: Field Service Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Field Service Manager / Mechanic / Electrician

Minooka, IL

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a skilled Field Service Manager / Mechanic / Electrician for a company in Minooka, IL. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines mechanical and electrical repair, field service management, customer interaction, and supervision of assigned helpers.

If you are self-motivated, mechanically inclined, learn quickly, and enjoy solving problems in the field, we encourage you to apply.

Pay

• $30.00 - $40.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
• Significant overtime opportunities available.
• Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, and maintain locomotives, air compressors, and related equipment.
• Perform both mechanical and electrical repairs, including rewiring, component replacement, troubleshooting, and system upgrades.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Install control systems, remote-control systems, and engine heating systems.
• Tear down and rebuild air compressors and engine components.
• Use measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers to inspect and overhaul components.
• Perform welding, cutting, and basic fabrication as needed.
• Operate forklifts and other shop equipment safely.
• Travel to customer locations to perform service work and repairs.
• Communicate directly with customers, provide updates, and manage expectations throughout projects.
• Supervise and lead assigned helpers, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Complete service reports and communicate findings to management.

• Valid Illinois Class C Driver's License required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Trade school training or equivalent experience in mechanical, electrical, diesel engine, locomotive, or industrial maintenance.
• Minimum 2.5 years of related mechanical and/or electrical experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and technical documents.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Leadership skills and the ability to manage assigned helpers.

• Work is performed both in the shop and at customer locations.
• Must be willing to travel to off-site job locations.
• Occasional overnight stays are required.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Significant overtime is available and often required based on workload and customer needs.
• Must be able to lift, climb, bend, work around heavy equipment, and perform physically demanding tasks.