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Field Service Technician (PLC-Focused) in Elgin

Date Posted: Thursday, April 2, 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

 

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

The Opportunity

We’re working confidentially with a highly respected industrial equipment company. This organization has built its reputation on well-engineered machinery, long-term customer partnerships, and a technician-first culture. Turnover is low, training is strong, and field techs are treated as skilled professionals—not just dispatched labor.

Why Technicians Choose This Company

  • PLC-driven troubleshooting — real diagnostics, not just parts replacement

  • Strong culture & leadership — approachable management that understands controls and field realities

  • Low turnover — many techs stay long-term due to respect and support

  • Realistic travel expectations — regional focus with reasonable scheduling

  • Team environment — strong internal engineering and controls support when needed

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial equipment at customer sites

  • Perform PLC-level diagnostics including I/O checks, fault tracing, and logic review

  • Work with Allen-Bradley PLCs (experience with similar platforms welcomed)

  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and control diagrams

  • Support equipment installation, startup, and commissioning

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience as a Field Service Technician, Controls Technician, or Maintenance Technician

  • Strong PLC troubleshooting proficiency (Allen-Bradley preferred)

  • Solid electrical troubleshooting skills (24VDC, 120/480VAC)

  • Mechanical aptitude with industrial equipment

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams

  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel regionally

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement

  • Paid training and ongoing technical support

📩 Interested? Apply confidentially or reach out to tim.vanzeeland@gogpac.com to learn more. Candidates with solid PLC experience are encouraged to inquire.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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