Field Service Technician II - Chicago, IL.
Posted Jul 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
Likely interview questions for this role
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About your past
Tell me about a mechanical or electronic device you've repaired. How did you figure out what was wrong?
What they are checking: Mechanical aptitude and a logical troubleshooting approach, even without prior ATM experience.
Tell me about a time you learned a new technical skill quickly.
What they are checking: Ability to absorb NCR Atleos training and apply it in the field.
How do you keep your tools, parts and paperwork organized when you're on the road all day?
What they are checking: Self-organization in a mobile role where there's no supervisor nearby.
Tell me about a time you went beyond the fix to prevent a problem from coming back.
What they are checking: Handling problems before they start, which the posting highlights as part of the role.
What would you do
An ATM at a bank branch is down and the customer is upset. Walk me through how you'd handle the call from arrival to close.
What they are checking: Calm, organized triage on a high-visibility failure where the customer's cash access is on the line.
You're juggling several service calls across Chicago. How do you prioritize them?
What they are checking: Managing a call queue and travel time while meeting service commitments for each customer.
How do you explain a repair to a branch manager who isn't technical?
What they are checking: Clear, friendly communication, since technicians are trusted partners to customers.
How would you handle working in a bank where security procedures are strict?
What they are checking: Respect for security rules around cash-handling equipment and customer sites.
What would you do if you couldn't fix a machine on your first visit?
What they are checking: Escalating properly, ordering parts and keeping the customer informed instead of leaving them guessing.
About the work
How do you troubleshoot a machine that jams over and over?
What they are checking: Thinking past the quick fix to find the root cause, like worn rollers, sensors or bad media.
How do you stay safe working on equipment with power and moving parts?
What they are checking: Safety habits like powering down and following procedures before reaching into a machine.
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