Field Service Technician - Slicing​/Packaging Equipment

About GEA Group

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well‑established company with the innovation of a forward‑thinking industry leader.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO
• 7% 401(k) employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness incentive program
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts

GEA Food Solutions North America Inc. is a worldwide leader in providing preparation, processing, and packaging total solutions for both the food and non‑food industry sectors. Our global organization offers the most extensive range of advanced solutions on the market today, from single machines to complete turnkey production lines including software‑based productivity and line management solutions.

Considering candidates who will be based in IL but will report to the Frisco office.

• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment.
• Provide technical support to customers including troubleshooting and problem resolution.
• Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of machines.
• Provide training of customers’ operators and maintenance personnel.
• Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules.

• 5+ years hands‑on technical experience on electro‑mechanical systems as applied to state‑of‑the‑art industrial machinery.
• Slicing and packaging experience preferred.
• Strong electrical aptitude, including motors, AC & servo drives, electrical circuitry, PLC and PC based control systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude including power transmission systems, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Excellent communication skills – must be proficient in English, have strong listening skills and enjoy working with people.
• Able to multi‑task and work under extreme pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Excellent computer literacy including knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
• Able to travel extensively (up to 90%) including weekends and on short notice.
• Some travel may be for extended periods (up to 3 weeks).

The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $37.00 - $46.00 per hour. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States. The pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job‑related reasons.

You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

To apply, please click the application link above to access our guided application process.