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Customer Service Engineer
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 8718958
Date Posted: 8/29/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Chicago, IL

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000

Job Description

The successful applicant will execute second level MRI Magnet Support, service and repair functions at customer sites with minimal supervision. Establish and maintain good working relationships with internal and external customers, peers and vendors, while performing necessary administrative duties timely and accurately.


Location: Central Region (Chicago, Indy, Cincy, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Detroit, Kansas City, Dallas, Houston)


Responsibilities
  • Coordinate own travel to meet on-site maintenance, installation, service or repair schedule requirements of Super Conducting MRI Magnets.
  • Work, communicate and collaborate effectively with internal Siemens partners.
  • Perform maintenance according to scheduled requirements to maintain uptime of customer equipment.
  • Perform semi-complex mechanical and electrical repairs or troubleshooting on Super Conducting Magnets to identify failure modes and root cause analysis.
  • Safely handle or transfer cryogenic gases such as liquid helium or liquid nitrogen within the scope of planned work.
  • Respond to semi-complex second level service calls. Participate in the assessment of semi-complex product/equipment performance based on field support data and recommend modifications or improvements.
  • Maintain own tools and test equipment and comply with calibration schedules and processes to ensure reliable and repeatable service delivery.
  • Contribute ideas & feedback for continuous improvement (i.e., process, product, tooling or customer experience).

Requirements
Candidates must have top-notch electromechanical and/or electronic systems knowledge and troubleshooting/repair skills in addition to unparalleled customer service skills (relationship development, conflict management, active listening and problem solving, interpersonal communication, etc.).
  • Previous field service experience/heavy travel schedules is a plus but not required.
  • Must be able to interpret system schematics and flow-charts.
  • A highly tuned mechanical aptitude and the ability to visualize and explain situations and resolutions are also critical in this role.
  • Excellent customer service, communication (oral & written), documentation, and PC skills are essential to this position’s success.

Benefits:
Company offers an excellent global benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurances, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401K Savings Plan with matching contribution, Financial Planning Tools, Training and Education, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Flex Schedules, Business Casual Dress, Employee Discount Program, and Volunteer Opportunities.

Specific benefits for this position include:

  • 4 weeks of paid vacation (PTO) to start, with 5 paid floater holidays pro-rated for the first year and 6 paid standard holidays. At the start of your third year, you get a 5th week of vacation.
  • 100% match of 401K contribution, up to 6% (20% vesting of the matched amount each year).
  • Corporate Vehicle – Fleet Program – You receive a new car ($45 per week cost to you) all inclusive of gas, tolls, service, insurance and more. You can use for business and personal usage. It is estimated to be a $15k annual value to the employee. You can also opt out and receive a corporate van.
  • “Well Being” reimbursement of $300/year for health/fitness classes and related items.


Compensation:      First Year Total Comp = $119k – 152k
Base Payrate                                                    $70,000 – 85,000
Average OT (25 – 30%)                                    $26,250– 38,250
Shift Differential (10 – 15%)                            $7,000– 12,750
5% Target Bonus                                              $3,500 – 4,250
Annual Value of Company Car                         $12,000                   .
Total                                                                  $118,750 – 152,250

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Travel:
Travel is an essential job requirement for this position. As a MRI Magnet Support CSE, you will travel regularly (75 – 80% travel during the week) throughout the U.S. (focused regionally as much as possible to minimize travel), with occasional international travel, to customer locations. You must be available to provide service to customers during off hours as well as weekends, as necessary. Candidates need a passport (initial training will be held in England, so you will need it right away).






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Field Service Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 9129010
Date Posted: 8/14/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Chicago, IL

Salary: $28 - $35

Job Description

The Equipment Field Service Technician provides excellent technical services and customer service experience maintaining strong relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and sales representatives. As such, you must be a positive, energetic leader who excels in working in a collaborative environment.

  • Perform all on-site installation, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks providing instructional training to customers
  • Continual training of equipment and resources necessary to perform the functions of the department
  • Consistently deliver excellent customer service experiences by offering knowledge, and advice, and answering questions and concern
  • Coordinate with VP of Sales and Sales Representatives to provide excellent customer support
  • Diagnose errors or technical problems by visual and auditable inspection of machines and determine proper solutions
  • Dismantle machines and equipment to gain access to and resolve issues
  • Diagnose, install, and repair electrical apparatus such as transformers and wiring, electrical, and electronic components of machinery and equipment
  • Monitor work procedures, work schedules, and expedite workflow
  • Create and submit a completed expense report each month

Requirements:

  • Must be able to read wiring schematics and troubleshoot DC and AC circuits.
  • Must have a basic understanding of PLCs, how they work, and how to make basic program changes and transfer programs. Allen Bradley software knowledge is a plus.
  • Must have basic electro-mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
  • Dependable transportation required, valid driver's license, and proof of insurance.






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Diesel Technician
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 7718730
Date Posted: 7/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
City, State: Chicago, IL

Salary: $35 - $41

Job Description

Position Details:
Title: Diesel Technician
Location:
  • Elmhurst, IL/Shorewood
  • IL/Antioch
  • IL/Aurora
  • IL/Gary
Compensation: $35-41/hr (pay will be determined based on experience, competencies, certifications and education)


Benefits:
  • Medical, Vision, Dental
  • 401K with company match
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Disability Insurance,
  • PTO, Paid Sick Time, Paid Holidays
What you will be doing:
Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
What you need to succeed (Skills):
  • Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
  • Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures. 
  • Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
  • Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards. 
  • Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting. 
  • Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
  • Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. 
  • Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options. 
  • Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt
  • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
  • Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.





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