Company Summary
We were founded 100 years ago and are a distributor of high-end CNC machine tools. Our culture emphasizes work-life balance, autonomy, self-direction, and a do the right thing philosophy focused on quickly getting customers back up and running. Tenure is strong, with many technicians staying 10+ years.
Job Summary
We are seeking experienced Service Engineers to provide high-capability field service support for advanced CNC machine tools. This is a field-based role focused on technical troubleshooting, mechanical repairs, and maintaining high-end equipment. The role involves regional travel with a goal of technicians being home almost every night
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair on high-end CNC machines, including complex 5-axis issues, spindles, ball screws, bearings, and tolerance/accuracy problems.
- Diagnose issues through machine controls (FANUC/Siemens) and traditional mechanical methods.
- Handle kinematic compensation, volumetric accuracy troubleshooting, and overall machine condition diagnosis.
- Service both new high-end equipment and older machines, including rebuilds.
- Work independently on complex field issues while maintaining safety and avoiding costly mistakes.
- Provide excellent customer service with a focus on rapid resolution and uptime.
Requirements
- Proven CNC machine tool service experience with strong mechanical and diagnostic capabilities.
- Minimum FANUC control experience.
- Ability to perform mechanical work on spindles, ball screws, bearings, and related components.
- Strong problem-solving mindset, self-motivation, and comfort working independently.
- Willingness to handle both high-end technical work and older machine service.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet regional travel requirements (typically 20-30%).
Preferred Requirements
- Siemens control experience (strongly preferred).
- Experience with 5-axis machines.
- Advanced knowledge of kinematic compensation, volumetric accuracy, and high-precision diagnostics.
- Ability to be dispatched independently to the most complex spindle, tolerance, or accuracy issues.
Compensation/Benefits
- Base Salary: Flexible based on experience. Range typically $70,000–$130,000+
- Additional Compensation: Company car or monthly car stipend, company credit card, paid off-site expenses, and per diem.
- Benefits:
- 401(k) with match (standard up to 3%, plus additional up to 5%).
- Health insurance (75% employer contribution for employee, 50% for dependents).
- PTO: Typically 2–4 weeks depending on experience (flexible to match candidate’s current situation).
- Relocation assistance available
Location
- Boise, Idaho metro area
- Field-based role with regional travel (generally 20–30%, mostly day trips; typically fewer than 5 hotel nights per month)
This is a great opportunity to join a stable, growing company with a strong reputation, excellent work-life balance, and significant autonomy for self-motivated technicians.