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Technician, Service

Samuel, Son & Co.
Posted 24 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Elk Grove Village, IL, US

Salary

$38 - $48 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Samuel is seeking a Field Service Technician with a minimum of 5 years of experience and 2 years specifically servicing SPSG equipment or similar automated machinery.
  • The role involves installing, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing SPSG equipment at customer locations while ensuring compliance with safety policies.
  • Compensation for this position ranges from $38 to $48 per hour, depending on geographic location, skills, education, and experience.
  • The company offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a Service Incentive Plan of up to 7% of earnings, starting from the first day of the month after hire.
  • Samuel promotes a culture of equality and continuous professional development, making it a dynamic workplace for career growth.

Why Join Samuel?

Join a world-class company with over 170 years of success and innovation. At Samuel, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, ongoing training, and opportunities for career advancement. You'll work with industry-leading technology while building a rewarding long-term career with a company that invests in its people.

  • Service Incentive Plan up to 7% of earnings
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), and supplemental benefits
  • Benefits start first day of the month after your hire date
  • Technical training and career growth opportunities
  • Company Vehicle provided (van or truck)
  • Company Uniforms provided
  • All PPE provided 
  • All necessary tools provided

Job Responsibilities

  • Install, service, troubleshoot, repair, and commission SPSG equipment at customer locations.
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, PLC, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation system issues.
  • Provide customer training and technical support related to SPSG equipment.
  • Support equipment demonstrations, product trials, and new installations.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and other internal teams to support customer projects.
  • Maintain accurate service reports, documentation, and expense records.
  • Travel as required to customer and SPSG locations throughout North America and internationally.
  • Maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment in good working condition.
  • Follow all company and customer safety policies and procedures.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills / Experience / Education Requirements

  • Associate degree in a related technical or engineering field preferred; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
  • Successful completion of Level II advancement requirements or equivalent approved experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of Field Service Technician experience.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience servicing SPSG equipment or similar automated machinery.
  • Strong knowledge of PLCs, automation controls, electrical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical troubleshooting.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams, and technical drawings.
  • Strong communication, customer service, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous professional development.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

  • Overnight travel up to 75%, with additional travel as business needs require.
  • Availability for short-notice travel, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • Work in manufacturing, warehouse, and customer production environments.
  • Ability to work safely around automated equipment and in varying hot, cold, or noisy conditions.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.

The hourly base salary range for this position is $38-$48/hour. If you are hired, your hourly base pay will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base pay range for the role. 

 

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At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business – enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change – within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you’re seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We’re stronger together.
At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.


At Samuel Packaging Systems Group, we are committed to providing our customers with innovative, high quality, cost-effective packaging systems, supplies and solutions. Our technical expertise takes customers’ packaging and unitizing requirements from the initial concept to advanced CAD engineering through to fabrication, installation and maintenance. Our comprehensive in-house research and engineering capabilities, modern manufacturing plants and responsive customer service teams provides customers complete packaging and unitizing solutions.



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