Field Service Technician, Transit Equipment Repair
Overview
You will own the repair, troubleshooting, and commissioning of electromechanical transit equipment for public transportation systems in the Chicago area, supporting both in-house and onsite service. Your work spans 75% in-house electronics repair and 25% field service travel, with a focus on board-level circuit analysis and component-level fixes. You will collaborate with internal service and engineering teams to resolve technical issues and ensure equipment performs to spec. This role offers a mix of bench work and customer-facing field assignments, making it a fit for technicians who enjoy variety. You will use oscilloscopes, multimeters, and soldering irons daily, with travel assignments ranging from single-day calls to multi-day installations.
What You'll Do8
- 1Diagnose and repair electromechanical equipment and assemblies using oscilloscopes and multimeters.
- 2Perform board-level circuit analysis and component-level repairs on printed circuit boards.
- 3Document all repair activities and maintain accurate service records in the system.
- 4Travel to customer sites to install, commission, and troubleshoot transit equipment, with travel up to 25%.
- 5Execute system upgrades and preventive maintenance on logic boards and embedded systems.
- 6Verify proper operation and functionality after installation or repair using functional testing.
- 7Provide professional technical support to customers, serving as the technical representative on site.
- 8Collaborate with internal service and engineering teams to resolve complex technical issues.
Requirements8
- 11-3 years of experience in field service, electronics repair, or electromechanical maintenance, or a technical degree/certification.
- 2Hands-on soldering experience for component-level work.
- 3Experience troubleshooting printed circuit boards at the component level.
- 4Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and PCB drawings.
- 5Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in the field.
- 6Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
- 7Willingness to travel 25% with flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends.
- 8Familiarity with modular equipment installation and assembly is preferred.
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