Specialty Service Technician

ZipRecruiter; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 51,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service company seeks a Field Service Technician in Chicago. The role requires customer interaction, on-site maintenance, and implies frequent travel. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least three years of experience in a technical service role. Comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and overtime opportunities are included.

Benefits

Extensive hands-on training

Career progression opportunities

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 3 years of work experience, with at least 1 year in a technical or service-related role.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including up to 75% overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for Customer satisfaction as a first point of contact.
• Perform sterilizer cleaning functions and make chemical adjustments.
• Utilize company-issued devices for administrative tasks and documentation.

Skills

Customer Service

CNC Machine Repair

Preventive Maintenance & Inspection

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Important Note about Schedule/Travel: This is a field service role with very frequent travel, most of which is in a company van that the Technician keeps at home. The territory covered is generally within a few hours' drive, but occasional travel to other territories, sometimes by plane, will also be required. The work hours in this full-time role will include some weekend days, and shifts can vary between morning, afternoon, and night. A high degree of flexibility is required to accommodate our Customer needs.

This is a remote based Customer facing position. To support and service our Customers in this assigned territory, candidates must be based out of one of the following states: Illinois

Responsibilities

• You will be accountable for Customer satisfaction as a first point of contact through pro-active, professional communication and commitment to resolving Customer’s issues/problems expediently.
• You will communicates effectively and proactively with Customers on preventative cleaning needs, and associated scheduling and equipment details (arrival, service status, completion, next steps). Establishes and maintains rapport with the Customer and other key decision makers to promote Sterilizer services.
• You will perform sterilizer cleaning function including changing required chemical ingredients; making adjustments to necessary chemicals; monitoring the cleaning process; maintaining appropriate pressures; maintaining and repairing the chamber cleaning equipment; handle, transport, and dispose of chemicals used in chamber cleaning according to safety protocols.
• You will work closely with the Scheduling Team, Supervisor and Customer to plan efficient service routes within assigned territory, and adhere to all coverage, and service standards.
• You will troubleshoot and consult proper contact for any observed issues with equipment and systems components.
• You will utilize company-issued smart phone, laptop, and related software to perform administrative tasks, including required documentation and reporting.
• You will be responsible for Company vehicle, equipment, and supplies and parts inventory, including appropriate maintenance and escalation of issues for safe, effective operation.

Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years of work experience, at least 1 year of which must be technical or service-related work (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, construction, automotive etc.). Customer service experience is also required.
• Associates degree, or related certifications or military experience, may be considered towards minimum years of work experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work flexible hours (mostly outside “normal business hours,” including overtime and weekends), with up to 75% travel overnight.
• Demonstrated proficiency with basic computer skills, smart phone use, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal and Customer communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Field Service experience.

What STERIS offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and financial future.

Here is a brief overview of what we offer:

• Extensive hands-on training and development
• Career progression path with growth and training opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Overtime opportunity
• Annual merit review and incentive plans
• Uniforms and all necessary tools provided
• Business travel and all related expenses paid
• Medical, vision, prescription, dental and life insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid time off that accrues from day one and paid holidays
• Tuition assistance

Pay range for this opportunity is

$51,425.00 – $66,550.00. This position is eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits

Equal Opportunity

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of, citizenship status, military or veteran status, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by § 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location’s HR Office during normal business hours.

You should be proficient in:

• Customer Service
• CNC Machine Repair
• Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
• Oil Changes
• Mixing
• Boiler Troubleshooting
• Basic Computer Skills