Field Service Technician

Ecolab

. Provide service-intensive support to customers across the market .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $64,600 - $96,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in service-intensive support, equipment installation, and maintenance, while effectively managing inventory and documentation. Strong ability to communicate value and build customer relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Service-Related ExperienceEquipment InstallationMechanical Problem-SolvingValid Driver's LicenseCustomer Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingPreventive MaintenanceEmergency Service RequestsEquipment ChangeoutsDocumentation AccuracyLifting 75 lbsPushing/PullingWorking in Confined SpacesDistinguishing Color

Soft Skills

CommunicationCustomer ServiceTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaAssociate's Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Warewashing EquipmentLaundry EquipmentDispensing EquipmentEcolab Brand StandardsHVACPlumbingElectrical

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide service-intensive support to customers across the market
Install, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on warewashing, laundry, dispensing equipment, and related systems
Complete emergency service requests, equipment changeouts, and planned and unplanned work orders
Evaluate account conditions and proactively help customers meet Ecolab Brand Standards
Manage equipment, parts, and inventory to maintain a fully stocked vehicle and support first-time fix performance
Complete accurate and timely documentation for all work performed
Communicate Ecolab’s total value to customers and strengthen customer relationships
Partner with sales, distribution, and service teams to improve responsiveness and deliver a consistent customer experience
Travel to Chicago, Crystal Lake, Evanston, Schaumburg, Waukegan, Joliet, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville, Illinois, and Gary, Indiana, and surrounding areas

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
2 years of service-related experience, such as maintaining, troubleshooting, and installing equipment
Current and valid Driver’s License with no restrictions
No Immigration Sponsorship available for this position
Availability to work overnight shifts and provide emergency call assistance, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to lift 75 lbs
Ability to push/pull
Ability to stand, bend, and stoop
Ability to work in confined spaces
Ability to distinguish color (tools may be accommodated)
Ability to drive a company vehicle as required
Preferred: Associate’s degree or other advanced education or certifications
Preferred: Mechanical problem-solving experience such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or equipment repair in related industries

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
Top-notch safety training and personal protective equipment
Paid training
Company vehicle for business use
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, auto, home, and pet insurance
Identity theft protection
Short-term and long-term disability
401(k)
Company-paid pension
Pension plans
Retirement health care benefits
Short-term incentives
Vacation (12 days)
Holidays
Paid parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Select discounted childcare resources
Discount on day care services and caregiver services
Adoption assistance
Group legal services
Employee assistance program
Employee discount program
Education assistance program
On-site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations