Mediabistro logo
job logo

Field Service Technician - Springfield, IL

Martin Bros. Distributing Co., Inc., Springfield, IL, United States


Location: Springfield, IL

Employee Type: FT Non-Exempt

Organization: Martin Bros. Distributing Co. Inc.

Department: Service

Job Posted: 2026-04-17

Job Post Expires: 2026-04-30

This position manages other employees.

This position requires % travel.

Base Pay

For over 85 years, Martin Bros. has established itself as the premier independent, family-operated provider of foodservice and supply solutions in the upper Midwest. We cater to a diverse range of establishments, including restaurants, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and convenience stores. As we continue to expand our reach and services, we're currently seeking skilled Field Service Technicians to join our growing team. Our commitment to excellence and family values has been the cornerstone of our success for more than eight decades, and we're excited to welcome new talent to help us serve our valued customers even better.

Job Overview
As a Field Service Technician, you'll travel to customer sites to perform essential equipment repairs and maintenance. Your key responsibilities include diagnosing and fixing equipment issues on-site, managing parts and equipment inventory to ensure efficient repairs, and adhering to preventative maintenance schedules for our valued customers. This role combines technical expertise with customer service, as you'll be the face of Martin Bros Distributing in the field, ensuring our equipment operates at peak performance for our clients. Company vehicle, tools, and uniforms provided.

The expectations and duties outlined are subject to change by the Service Manager without notice at any time.

What You'll Do as Our Field Service Technician

Be Our On-Site Problem Solver

Diagnose and repair various equipment at customer locations, including coffee makers, juice dispensers, dishwashers, and laundry machines

Keep accurate records

Grow your skills through ongoing training and hands-on experience

Equipment Care Expert

Maintain and update company equipment to ensure top performance

Perform regular preventative maintenance to avoid unexpected breakdowns

Track parts usage to help manage our inventory

Keep your service van clean, organized, and ready for action

Safety First Champion

Prioritize safety in all aspects of your work, from repairs to driving

Be open to coaching and feedback to continually improve safety practicesCommunicate any safety concerns promptly to the Service Manager

Customer Service Star

Deliver exceptional service with a smile and a professional appearance

Approach every interaction with respect and a solution-oriented mindset

Bring a positive attitude and team spirit to work every day

Skills And Qualifications

Good driving record (must be insurable at regular rates)

Technical troubleshooting skills

Ability to work independently and prioritize events

Logical, mechanically inclined thinking

Problem solving ability (must be able to think of alternative solutions)

Willing to work with the public

Ability to move/lift 100 pounds

Physically capable of getting in and out of service van

Familiar with Microsoft products and be able to enter data

Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

#J-18808-Ljbffr