Field Technician

Insight Global; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,460 - 63,369; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is looking for a Field Service Technician responsible for the deployment and maintenance of advanced Air Traffic Control systems. This role requires up to 95% travel across the Central US and demands strong experience in systems installation and repair, especially in telecom and electrical environments.

Candidates must be within an hour of a major airport and able to secure FAA and government security clearance. The position offers an hourly rate of $33-46, with guaranteed overtime.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in systems repair, maintenance, and installation.
• Ability to travel up to 95%, including evenings and weekends.
• Eligibility for FAA and government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight in deployment and maintenance of ATC systems.
• Conduct system surveys and diagnose technical issues.
• Ensure equipment meets performance standards.

Skills

Telecom cabling

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

IP networking

RF principles

Job description

Locations: Traveling - Must be within an hour of one of the following Major airports in the central region

• 90% + of travel will be to various airports in the Central US for site deployments
• Chicago, IL
• Minneapolis, MN
• Indianapolis, IN
• Spokane, WA
• Saint Louis, MO
• Phoenix, AZ
• Las Vegas, NV

Hourly rate: $33-46/hr (guaranteed overtime)

Must-haves

• 4+ years of experience in systems repair, maintenance, and installation
• Telecom cabling, electrical, mechanical, or construction-related projects
• Ability to travel up to 95%
• Short notice domestic and occasional international travel
• Eligibility for FAA and government security clearance

Plusses:

• Familiar with ATC systems

Day-to-Day

Insight Global is seeking to hire a Field Service Technician to provide technical oversight in the deployment, installation, and maintenance of advanced Air Traffic Control (ATC) systems across customer sites nationwide. This hands-on role involves conducting system surveys, diagnosing, and repairing technical issues, and ensuring all equipment meets strict performance standards. Technicians will collaborate directly with contracting partners and clients, representing the company in a highly visible support role to drive customer satisfaction. Candidates must be located within an hour of a major U.S. commercial airport and be willing to travel up to 95% of the time, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The ideal candidate will bring at least four years of experience in system installation and repair—especially in telecom, electrical, or mechanical environments—with a strong grasp of IP networking and RF principles. U.S. Persons capable of obtaining FAA and government security clearance are strongly preferred due to the sensitive nature of the systems supported.