Field Service Technician - Entry Level

Dreisilker Electric Motors, Inc.; Glen Ellyn, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

STD

LTD

Life Insurance

401(k) options

Paid vacation

Holidays

Job summary

Dreisilker Electric Motors is seeking an Entry-Level Field Service Technician who wants to build a career in electric motors and industrial service. You will work alongside experienced technicians and gain hands-on training to troubleshoot, maintain, remove, install, and service equipment at customer facilities.

You should have a strong mechanical or electrical aptitude, enjoy using tools, and be willing to learn and follow safety procedures in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of field service experience.
• Proficient with hand tools and electrical systems.
• Strong mechanical or electrical aptitude.
• Willing to learn and follow established procedures.
• Capable of working in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with experienced technicians at customer locations.
• Assist with removal, installation, and setup of motors and rotating equipment.
• Perform basic mechanical inspections and equipment checks.
• Use hand tools, power tools, meters, and other field-service equipment.
• Follow safety requirements and complete service documentation.
• Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Tools proficiency

Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Good communication

Dependable

Industrial environments

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Meters

Rigging gear

Job description

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Dreisilker Electric Motors is looking for a motivated Entry-Level Field Service Technician who is interested in building a career in the electric motor and industrial service industry.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, solving mechanical and electrical problems, and learning how industrial equipment operates. Previous electric motor experience is not required. We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic, mechanical or electrical aptitude, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to working safely.

You will work alongside experienced technicians while developing the skills needed to troubleshoot, maintain, remove, install, and service electric motors and related rotating equipment at customer facilities.

What You'll Do

As an Entry-Level Field Service Technician, you will receive hands‑on training and gradually take on more responsibility as your knowledge and skills develop.

Responsibilities may include:

• Work alongside experienced Field Service Technicians at customer locations


• Assist with the removal, installation, and setup of motors, pumps, gearboxes, and other rotating equipment


• Perform basic mechanical inspections and equipment checks


• Use hand tools, power tools, meters, and other field-service equipment


• Assist with rigging, lifting, and moving industrial equipment


• Take measurements and document equipment conditions and service findings


• Prepare and maintain tools, equipment, vehicles, and materials


• Complete service documentation accurately and professionally


• Follow Dreisilker and customer safety requirements


• Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers


• Participate in training and take on additional responsibilities as skills develop

What You’ll Learn

Through hands‑on training and experience alongside our Field Service team, you will develop skills in:

• Motor and pump removal and installation


• Precision alignment


• Vibration analysis and condition monitoring


• Balancing and touch balancing


• Electrical testing and troubleshooting


• Rigging and equipment handling


• Industrial safety practices

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a strong mechanical or electrical aptitude


• Enjoys working with tools and equipment


• Is willing to learn from experienced technicians


• Can follow instructions and established procedures


• Is dependable and arrives ready to work


• Takes safety seriouslyHas good problem‑solving skills


• Is comfortable working in industrial environments


• Can communicate professionally with customers and coworkers


• Is willing to ask questions when unsure


• Takes pride in completing work correctly


• Is interested in developing a long‑term skilled‑trades career

DEM offers a competitive salary and benefits package:

• Medical


• STD


• LTD


• Life Insurance


• 401(k) options


• Paid vacation


• Holidays

Dreisilker is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

1 to 3 years of experience in field service preferably in a manufacturing environment or other related field. Successful candidates will be proficient in use of all types of hand tools and have knowledge of electrical systems.