Field Service Technician - Communications - Chicago, IL
Posted Sep 10, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 5, 2026
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About your past
Tell me about a time you fixed an electrical or mechanical problem by following a written procedure closely.
What they are checking: Discipline in following documented procedures, which matters for medical device quality and safety.
Tell me about a time you explained a technical issue to a non-technical customer.
What they are checking: Communication skill with clinical staff who need clear answers, not jargon.
You work mostly on your own across a territory. How do you plan your week?
What they are checking: Self-direction and time management in a field-based role with little daily supervision.
How do you keep your skills current as the equipment changes?
What they are checking: Commitment to ongoing learning on a wide range of medical technology.
What would you do
A hospital needs an OR back in service for a case in two hours, but you need a part you don't have. What do you do?
What they are checking: Problem-solving under time pressure while keeping the customer informed about realistic options.
A problem keeps coming back after you fix it. How do you escalate?
What they are checking: Knowing when to involve operations or R&D, which the posting describes as part of the job.
About the work
An integrated video system in an operating room has no signal on one display. Walk me through how you'd troubleshoot it.
What they are checking: Systematic troubleshooting across video, audio, and networking layers of Stryker Communications equipment.
How do you document a service call so the next technician or quality team can understand it?
What they are checking: Accurate technical and quality documentation, which the posting lists as a key responsibility.
What networking basics do you rely on when a medical equipment system won't connect?
What they are checking: Practical networking knowledge needed for integrated medical systems that run on hospital networks.
How would you safely service an LED surgical light or surgical table in a working hospital?
What they are checking: Safety awareness around electrical work and patient care areas in a live clinical setting.
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