Service Technician

Boyd Gaming

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Ottawa, IL, us on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted February 23, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry.

Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.

Provides all aspects of service support for Video Gaming Terminals (VGT’s) and associated equipment in bar/tavern gaming locations within a large geographic area in Illinois.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Perform infield service work on a regularly scheduled basis
  • Prep, install and remove equipment as required
  • Provide on call service support as required
  • Troubleshoot VGT’s and associated equipment to component level
  • Maintain and manage service vehicle parts inventory
  • Establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships with location personnel
  • Observe and comply with all company and regulatory policies, procedures, laws and rules
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements Include:

  • Must have clean driving record subject to initial and periodic review
  • Must obtain appropriate state licensure as required
  • Past field service experience preferred
  • Formal electronics training preferred, commensurate experience considered

Physical Requirements Include:

  • Must lift objects weighing 50 lbs or more on a regular basis
  • Must have ability to load and unload heavy VGT machines and associated equipment
  • Must be able to drive for long periods of time
  • Must be able to work standing for long periods of time

Compensation pay range - $18.00 - $25.20. 

Pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to position offered, education, skills, work experience and other factors permitted by law.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range.

Boyd Benefits 2025

This job requires travel to service the following markets in Illinois:

  • Peoria
  • Chicago
  • Ottawa
  • Rockford

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

About this role

Summary

Service and troubleshoot video gaming terminals and equipment across Illinois locations.

Job title

Service Technician

Experience level

past field service experience preferred

Industry

gaming

Location requirements

Ottawa, IL, US; remote work not allowed

Salary

$18.00 - $25.20

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

driving recordelectronicsphysical strengthload unload equipment

Preferred skills

electronics training

Specializations

video gaming terminalselectronicselectromechanical
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Ottawa, IL, USA

On-site City