Service Technician - Machine Tool
Listed on 2026-11-02
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician, Field/Service Technician
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
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.
Responsibilities- 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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