Cylindrical Grinding - Field Service Technician

The Bachrach Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bachrach Group is seeking a Cylindrical Grinding - Field Service Technician for our Engineering team in Chicago, IL. This permanent role requires 90–100% travel (Mon–Fri) with base pay of $85,000–$100,000 and occasional international travel.

Candidates should have an associate degree or related experience, 3+ years in cylindrical grinding machine maintenance, and strong troubleshooting skills for onsite and remote support.

Qualifications

• Associates in skilled trades or related experience.
• 3+ years of cylindrical grinding machine maintenance.
• Onsite and remote troubleshooting and support.
• Ability to interpret schematic drawings and blueprints.
• Installation, maintenance, troubleshoot and repair.
• PLC programming/troubleshooting, control systems, Fanuc Controls, and power circuits.
• Provide project management and training as required.
• Valid driver’s license with unrestricted travel.
• 90% travel M-F, weekend travel possible.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites up to 90–100% Mon–Fri.
• Maintain and repair cylindrical grinding machines onsite.
• Troubleshoot electrical and control systems, including Fanuc controls.
• Interpret schematics and blueprints for installation and repair.
• Provide training and project management as required.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Schematics

Blueprints

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

Associates in skilled trades or related experience

Tools

Fanuc Controls

Control systems

Power circuits

PLC programming/troubleshooting

Job description

Cylindrical Grinding - Field Service Technician — Engineering Chicago, Illinois — Permanent — Jun 16, 2026

Cylindrical Grinding Machines - Field Service

Midwest or Carolina's

90‑100% Travel out M‑F

$85‑$100k base

Key Requirements

• Associates in skilled trades or related experience
• 3+ years of cylindrical grinding machine maintenance
• Onsite and remote troubleshooting and support
• Ability to interpret schematic drawings and blueprints
• Installation, maintenance, troubleshoot and repair
• PLC programming/troubleshooting, control systems, Fanuc Controls, and power circuits
• Provide project management and training as required
• Valid driver’s license with unrestricted travel
• 90% travel M-F, occasional weekend travel (automobile, plane and overnight stays, possible international travel)