Construction Technician Jobs in Illinois
Construction Technician jobs in Illinois are concentrated in commercial construction, infrastructure rehabilitation, and industrial facilities work, with demand at every level from apprentice-track candidates to senior project support roles. Chicago, Joliet, and Rockford account for the heaviest hiring activity, anchored by large contractors and institutional owners such as Pepper Construction, Walsh Group, and the Illinois Department of Transportation. The most in-demand specialties are materials testing, project documentation, and building systems inspection. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Buckeye Power Sales is a Growth-Oriented Company Seeking a Generator Technician for our Power & Construction Equipment Division!
Buckeye Power Sales has been providing on site power solutions for businesses, contractors, engineers, municipalities and homeowners since 1947, which makes us the oldest Rehlko (formerly Kohler) generator distributor in the country. We are also a distributor of Siemens Energy engines and generators for a wide range of power generation applications such as combined heat and power, waste to power, prime, and continuous. From power generation to light construction to grounds care – we have the machines, equipment, parts, programs & service to help you get the job done.
$2000 Sign-On Bonus is being offered for the right candidate!
*Paid out after successful 90-days of employment*
If You Are Seeking:
- Daily Challenges
- Ownership of Your Role
- A Friendly Team Environment
- A Place to Work that feels like Family
- Stability
And You Are:
- Dedicated
- Seeking Constant Improvement
- Professional
- Motivated by Results
- Accountable
Then We Have the Opportunity for You!
Our Generator Technicians are responsible for:
- Performing preventative maintenance & repairs on rental power generation equipment
- Performing start-up and warranty work on rental generator equipment
- Managing rental fleet including organization, material handling, shipping and receiving
- Safe delivery and pick up of rental generator units
- Processing required paperwork in a timely and complete manner
- Responsible for parts inventory on service truck
- Further education to stay abreast of technological changes and develop knowledge base
- Must own hand tools; specialty tools will be provided by the Company or purchased via tool allowance
Buckeye Power Sales offers a great benefit package for our Generator Technicians, including:
- Competitive pay with Bonus Potential
- Regular day shift hours with overtime potential
- Advancement Opportunities
- Excellent benefit package
- Paid Time Off
- Tool Allowance
To Find More Reasons You Want to join our Generator Technicians at Buckeye Power Sales, visit:
- YouTube: youtube.com/buckeyepowersales
- Facebook: facebook.com/BuckeyePowerSales
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/buckeyepowersales
- Twitter: twitter.com/buckeyepowersls
Also, please be sure to check out: Powering Up: Life as a Generator Technician at Buckeye Power Sales (youtube.com)
Requirements
- Conforms with the core values of BPS
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license; able to meet and maintain insurance criteria for insurability
- DOT Medical Card
- Technical degree or certifications desirable
- 21+ years of age
- Generator experience preferred
- Military, EGSA, or factory certification highly desirable
- Excellent mechanical aptitude
- Able to comprehend and troubleshoot from wiring schematics
- Knowledge of A/C D/C circuits and electrical principles
- Basic knowledge of diesel engines
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with proficiency in English
- Excellent customer service skills
- Able to work well unsupervised; able to work independently
- Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task required
- Computer skills to include MS office products (Word, Excel, Outlook); data entry
- Must represent the company in a positive manner at all times
- Must be able to pass background check and periodic drug screens
Salary is based on skills and experience.
** Military Friendly, DFWP, EOE
The pay range for this role is:
50,000 - 85,000 USD per year(Chicago)
Buckeye Power Sales is a Growth-Oriented Company Seeking a Generator Technician for our Power & Construction Equipment Division!
Buckeye Power Sales has been providing on site power solutions for businesses, contractors, engineers, municipalities and homeowners since 1947, which makes us the oldest Rehlko (formerly Kohler) generator distributor in the country. We are also a distributor of Siemens Energy engines and generators for a wide range of power generation applications such as combined heat and power, waste to power, prime, and continuous. From power generation to light construction to grounds care – we have the machines, equipment, parts, programs & service to help you get the job done.
$2000 Sign-On Bonus is being offered for the right candidate!
*Paid out after successful 90-days of employment*
If You Are Seeking:
- Daily Challenges
- Ownership of Your Role
- A Friendly Team Environment
- A Place to Work that feels like Family
- Stability
And You Are:
- Dedicated
- Seeking Constant Improvement
- Professional
- Motivated by Results
- Accountable
Then We Have the Opportunity for You!
Our Generator Technicians are responsible for:
- Performing preventative maintenance & repairs on rental power generation equipment
- Performing start-up and warranty work on rental generator equipment
- Managing rental fleet including organization, material handling, shipping and receiving
- Safe delivery and pick up of rental generator units
- Processing required paperwork in a timely and complete manner
- Responsible for parts inventory on service truck
- Further education to stay abreast of technological changes and develop knowledge base
- Must own hand tools; specialty tools will be provided by the Company or purchased via tool allowance
Buckeye Power Sales offers a great benefit package for our Generator Technicians, including:
- Competitive pay with Bonus Potential
- Regular day shift hours with overtime potential
- Advancement Opportunities
- Excellent benefit package
- Paid Time Off
- Tool Allowance
To Find More Reasons You Want to join our Generator Technicians at Buckeye Power Sales, visit:
- YouTube: youtube.com/buckeyepowersales
- Facebook: facebook.com/BuckeyePowerSales
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/buckeyepowersales
- Twitter: twitter.com/buckeyepowersls
Also, please be sure to check out: Powering Up: Life as a Generator Technician at Buckeye Power Sales (youtube.com)
Requirements
- Conforms with the core values of BPS
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license; able to meet and maintain insurance criteria for insurability
- DOT Medical Card
- Technical degree or certifications desirable
- 21+ years of age
- Generator experience preferred
- Military, EGSA, or factory certification highly desirable
- Excellent mechanical aptitude
- Able to comprehend and troubleshoot from wiring schematics
- Knowledge of A/C D/C circuits and electrical principles
- Basic knowledge of diesel engines
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with proficiency in English
- Excellent customer service skills
- Able to work well unsupervised; able to work independently
- Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task required
- Computer skills to include MS office products (Word, Excel, Outlook); data entry
- Must represent the company in a positive manner at all times
- Must be able to pass background check and periodic drug screens
Salary is based on skills and experience.
** Military Friendly, DFWP, EOE
The pay range for this role is:
50,000 - 85,000 USD per year(Chicago)
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The qualifications that appear most often in construction technician jobs across Illinois.
- ICC certification or equivalent Illinois-recognized construction inspection credential preferred
- Associate degree or certificate in construction technology, engineering technology, or a related field
- Proficiency with construction blueprints, specifications, and project documentation
- Experience with materials testing equipment and field inspection procedures
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and Illinois-specific site compliance requirements
- Working knowledge of construction management software such as Procore or Bluebeam
Construction Technician Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction technician in Illinois?
Most Illinois employers expect at minimum an associate degree or certificate in construction technology from a program at a community college such as Triton, Joliet Junior College, or Heartland. From there, candidates pursue International Code Council certification for inspection roles or American Concrete Institute credentials for materials testing work. Illinois does not issue a single state construction technician license, so the combination of a relevant technical credential and field experience is the standard hiring path.
Which companies hire construction technicians in Illinois?
Illinois construction technician roles are posted by Gewalt Hamilton Associates, BB&E, and AKIRA and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's large pipeline of public infrastructure projects and commercial development keeps a broad range of general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and materials testing firms posting consistently throughout the year.
Which Illinois cities have the most construction technician jobs?
Schaumburg, Dixon, and Niles currently have the most construction technician openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the majority of demand through its ongoing commercial, transit, and municipal infrastructure projects, while Joliet and Rockford reflect strong industrial and highway construction activity tied to their manufacturing and logistics economies.
Are there remote construction technician jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of construction technician openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since most of the work requires physical presence on job sites. The portions of the role most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements include project documentation review, submittal coordination, and administrative reporting tasks.
How can I get hired as a construction technician in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or co-op through a community college construction technology program, where Illinois contractors such as Pepper Construction and Walsh Group regularly recruit students before graduation. Entry roles like field technician assistant, project coordinator, or materials testing aide are common starting points. Earning an ACI Field Testing Technician certification before applying gives candidates a concrete, verifiable credential that Illinois employers recognize as job-ready even without field hours.
Where can I find and apply to construction technician jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to construction technician jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from contractors, engineering firms, and public agencies across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each one.
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