Field Service Technician Jobs in Urbana, IL

A Field Service Technician in the biotechnology industry is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing biotechnological equipment at various sites. They provide onsite technical assistance, calibrate systems, perform inspections, and troubleshoot problems to ensure all equipment is in good working order. They also provide training and technical support to users, document service and installation activities, and assist with product upgrades and modifications. This role is vital for ensuring the smooth operation of biotechnology equipment, which contributes to the success of scientific research and medical procedures.

Important skills for this role include strong technical and mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Familiarity with biotechnological equipment and processes is a must. Certification in Biotechnical Equipment Technology or similar is often required, along with relevant experience. Prior to becoming a Field Service Technician, one might have roles such as Laboratory Assistant, where they gain experience with lab equipment, Biomedical Technician, where they become acquainted with various medical devices, or even a role as a Technical Support Specialist, providing a foundation in troubleshooting and customer service.

1-14 of 14 Jobs

Biomed Technician I

  • Urbana, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 5 days ago

Overview Are you someone who thrives on understanding how things function? Do you find yourself naturally inclined to troubleshoot and repair items on your own? If so, we have an exciting...

Medical Lab Scientist / Medical Lab Technician / Intermediate Lab Assistant - Laboratory - Part-Time (Benefit Eligible)

  • Champaign, IL (1 mile from Urbana, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (1 mile from Urbana, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Selects appropriate culture media, incubation temperatures and atmosphere for microbiology cultures. Streaks plates with good standard isolation technique or for quantification (colony counts)....

Biomed Tech 2 - CFH

  • Urbana, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 21 days ago

Overview Are you someone who thrives on understanding how things function? Do you find yourself naturally inclined to troubleshoot and repair items on your own? If so, we have an exciting...

Medical Lab Tech MLS/MT

  • Urbana, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 21 days ago

Performs testing in the following sections of the clinical laboratory: Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, and Microbiology, including specimen processing....

Woese Institute for Genomic Biology

  • Urbana, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 27 days ago

Job Summary The Visiting Research Technician will be responsible for management, co-ordination, and maintenance of a pool of fifteen photosynthetic gas exchange measurement systems (LiCOR 6800XT)...

Full-Time Day- or Night-Shift Seasonal Lab Technician

  • Champaign, IL (1 mile from Urbana, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Champaign, IL (1 mile from Urbana, IL)
  • 29 days ago

This position is required to be on-site at our Champaign, Illinois branch. As the name implies, Waypoint Analytical is the company that you have been trying to find. Waypoint Analytical is a top...

Woese Institute for Genomic Biology

  • Urbana, IL
  • 29 days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 29 days ago

Woese Institute for Genomic Biology Carl R....

Full-Time Day- or Night-Shift Seasonal Lab Technician

  • Champaign, IL (4 miles from Urbana, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL (4 miles from Urbana, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

This position is required to be on-site at our Champaign, Illinois branch. As the name implies, Waypoint Analytical is the company that you have been trying to find. Waypoint Analytical is a top...

Stream and River Research Technician (Hourly)

  • Champaign, IL (1 mile from Urbana, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL (1 mile from Urbana, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications Must have or be working towards a bachelor's degree in ecology, biology, fisheries, or natural resources. Valid driver's license....

Laboratory Technician

  • Champaign, IL (1 mile from Urbana, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL (1 mile from Urbana, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

at MS Bioanalytical LLC in Champaign, Illinois, United States Job Description BS or associate degree in science, biology, food science and chemistry....

Medical Lab Tech MLS/MLT - Micro

  • Urbana, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Performs testing in the Microbiology area of the clinical laboratory....

Clinical Laboratory Technician/MLT I

  • Urbana, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Overview **Sign on Bonus Eligible** 1 year- $2,500 2 year- $5,000 3 year- $10,000 OSF will invest in you on day 1! Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation...

Medical Lab Tech MLS

  • Urbana, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Performs testing in the following sections of the clinical laboratory: Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, and Microbiology, including specimen processing....

Biomed Technician II

  • Urbana, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Are you someone who thrives on understanding how things function? Do you find yourself naturally inclined to troubleshoot and repair items on your own? If so, we have an exciting...

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Salary for Field Service Technician Jobs in Urbana, IL

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Highest Education Level

Field Service Technicians in Urbana, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.5%
Master's Degree
23.5%
Doctorate Degree
12.4%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.2%
High School or GED
3.0%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Field Service Technicians in Urbana, IL
Less than 1 year
43.8%
None
24.2%
4-6 years
15.2%
2-4 years
13.9%
1-2 years
2.9%



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