Service Technician - Machine Tools
Listed on 2026-07-25
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician, Installation Technician
KAAST Machine Tools is a fast-growing machine tool and fabrication equipment manufacturer with one of the most extensive line‑ups of new machinery in North America. Headquartered in the greater Philadelphia area, we are proud to support manufacturers nationwide with high-quality CNC and conventional chip‑making equipment as well as a full range of fabricating equipment.
Our Chicago office, located in Schiller Park just 10 minutes from O'Hare International Airport, serves as a key hub for our service and showroom operations. We are seeking a hands‑on Service Technician to join our Schiller Park, IL team. This is a full-time, in‑house position based in our Chicago warehouse and showroom, with the exception of field travel for customer installations/service and major industry trade shows.
Travel typically accounts for less than 30% of the role.
- Uncrate, power‑up, and fully test new machine tools; prepare inspection reports
- Install, assemble, and repair chip‑making and fabrication machinery
- Perform customer demonstrations and provide technical support
- Assist customers via phone and email with troubleshooting and problem resolution
- Prepare machines for shipping to end‑users
- Complete accurate service documentation, inspection reports, and maintenance logs.
- Support major industry trade shows (IMTS, FABTECH) with demos and machine setup (occasional travel, less than 30%)
- Experience with Capital Equipment / Machine Tools (lathes, mills, grinders, saws, etc.)
- Industrial electrical (3-phase) knowledge and troubleshooting ability
- Mechanical aptitude and previous equipment repair/installation experience
- Strong problem‑solving and customer service skills
- Clear, professional communication (phone, email, in person)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Competitive pay based on skills and experience
- Opportunities to work on a wide variety of machine tools
- Supportive, team‑oriented environment with growth potential
- Balanced role: primarily warehouse/showroom based
- Be part of one of the fastest-growing machine tool companies in the U.S.
Ability to Commute:
Schiller Park, IL 60176 (Required)
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