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Field Service Technician - Communications - Chicago, IL

Stryker · Chicago, IL · $31.92–$44.88 an hour · Full time

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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The full job description

As published by Stryker.

Work Flexibility: Field-based Field Service Technician – Communications As a Field Service Technician , you will provide onsite technical service and support for Stryker Communications products within an assigned territory. You’ll work directly with healthcare customers to investigate, troubleshoot, repair, and resolve complex technical issues while delivering a high level of customer service. This role involves working with a variety of medical technology and equipment , including Video/Audio Integration platforms, Advanced LED Surgical Lights, Medical Equipment Management Systems, Networking systems, and Surgical Tables. Technicians work independently, with guidance from a Team Lead and/or RISM, and use established procedures and critical problem-solving skills to identify and resolve equipment issues. Key responsibilities include: • Performing field service, troubleshooting, repairs, maintenance, and quality checks on Stryker Communications equipment at customer sites. • Following written procedures for mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems . • Managing service calls from initial issue through resolution and maintaining accurate technical and quality documentation . • Partnering with Operations, R&D, and internal teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges. • Communicating effectively with customers and healthcare professionals, including hospital biomedical and nursing staff . • Providing onsite training to new employees and, when needed, hospital staff on equipment and technical processes. • Supporting post-market surveillance activities and appropriately escalating issues that may require FDA notification or MDR reporting. • Maintaining compliance with company policies, quality systems, and required ComplianceWire training . • Keeping leaders and team members informed of significant issues, risks, and technical challenges. • Exercising the independence and authority needed to ensure quality and compliance requirements are met and making decisions that may impact immediate operations and, in some cases, the broader organization. Physical Requirements • Heavy work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. • Must be able to review printed materials. • Must have demonstrated fine motor skills. • Must be able to use sophisticated test and office computer equipment (e.g. calculator, PC, telephone, Broadcast test and measurement equipment etc.) • Ability to work with large pieces of equipment. Skills / Experience Required • 2 years of installation or production line experience with Stryker Communications or 2-3 years industry experience with relevant field service experience. • High School Diploma or GED required • Effective interpersonal and communication skills. • Must be able to communicate effectively with surgeons, hospital staff, nurses and biomedical personnel • Ability to prioritize issues. • Computer literate. • Functional with Microsoft Office including Excel, and Word • Ability to learn new systems and technologies quickly • Basic electronic and mechanical aptitude • Skilled at cable termination of all standard digital and analog industry connectors. • Knowledge of video, audio and data communications systems. • Knowledge of OR etiquette and basic hospital procedure • Valid driver's license United States of America Pay Ranges: • USN : $31.92 - $44.88 USD Hourly • US10 : $35.12 - $49.37 USD Hourly View the U.S. work location and transparency guide to find the pay range for your location. Travel Percentage: 60% Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. Stryker is driven to work together with our customers to make healthcare better. Employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required, depending on customer requirements, to obtain the COVID-19 vaccination as an essential function of their role.