Service Technician

Job Description

Title: Service Technician

Id: 17661

Type: FullTime

Location: Chicago, IL

At Husky TechnologiesTM, our success is based on your success. Our ability to keep our customers in the lead is based on building the strongest team possible.

Husky TechnologiesTM has a strong foundation built on innovation, close customer relationships and a unique culture and values. We are dedicated to offering our customers the highest quality products and services and are looking for people with the inspiration and talent to develop with us as we pursue our ambitious growth strategy. We are a leader in developing state-of-the-art technology and it is this technology base that uniquely positions us to serve customers who seek differentiation through solutions that provide speed, flexibility and maximum productivity. This capability is at the core of our mission and competitive strategy.

Husky TechnologiesTM offers a wealth of opportunity for personal growth and development. Most importantly, Husky Technologies TM offers an opportunity to work with – and be challenged by – a team of great people. Our success is possible because of the creativity, intelligence and passion of our people around the world and their desire to lead change. At the same time, we are not afraid to expect a lot and strive for leadership in all of our key markets. We are a company taking on new challenges and for the right people this means exceptional career development opportunities, the chance to be part of a team that is the best in the world at what we do and the experience that comes from working in an environment that demands constant transformation and innovation.

Husky TechnologiesTM is an exciting company with tremendous potential. We have a great team and great expectations. If you are attracted to bold goals, believe in uncompromising honesty, support mutual respect, care about environmental responsibility, have a passion for excellence and a desire to make a positive contribution – then we want you to join the Husky TechnologiesTM team!

In this role, you will be helping to extend the longevity of Husky equipment by installing products such as Encore and Refurbishment upgrades. These upgrades bring legacy injection molding equipment up to date with new technologies and control systems extending their operating lifespan.

Note: This position requires frequent travel throughout the USA during the business week, as well as some weekends. On occasion, there will be requirements to travel outside of the USA to support projects or for training.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and/or assist in the installation of aftermarket products such as Encore and ensure they are fully tested and functional.
• Lead and/or assist in rebuilding hydraulic and mechanical systems related to injection molding machines.
• Have the ability, or potential to learn how to ensure a machine is mechanically leveled and aligned prior to operation.
• Troubleshoot electrical, software, and related hydraulic/pneumatic/servo-driven systems using schematics, working instructions, or by conferring with subject matter experts located in the call center or other teams.
• Calibrate systems to ensure equipment meets the stated performance levels.
• Maintain open communications with project stakeholders including the Project Engineer, Sales, and Customer in both verbal and written formats.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude in all situations.
• Mentor or guide junior technicians when working together.

Qualifications

• Electromechanical degree or equivalent with at least 3 years experience working in an industrial setting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics for the purpose of understanding and troubleshooting related systems.
• Experience working with PLC or industrial controllers to transfer software and/or diagnose fieldbus and sensor issues.
• Ability to work within a team to accomplish a common goal, in both a lead and supporting role.
• While familiarity with injection molding systems is preferred, it is not necessary.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Husky TechnologiesTM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky TechnologiesTM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky TechnologiesTM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks.

No agency or telephone inquiries please.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation in applying, please contact our Human Resources Department at talent@husky.ca.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).