Position Title: Maintenance TechnicianLocation: Champaign, ILStarting Pay for position: $26.00/hour THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN CELEBRATING STUDENT MILESTONES – HERFF JONESHerff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas, frames, announcements, and Greek accessories as well as motivation and recognition programs. Since 1920, our team has worked alongside students, faculty, and staff on campuses nationwide to help build a stronger community and celebrate student milestones. Our continued success relies on hiring extraordinary talent, with a passion for making a difference and eagerness to roll up the sleeves, to help us write the story of our next 100 years. Your Opportunity:The Herff Jones Cap and Gown team, based in Arcola IL, is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team. Here's How You’ll Make an Impact:Reporting to maintenance supervisor, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe work environment in a manufacturing and distribution plant. What You'll Do daily:Technical and practical knowledge of mechanical equipment and principals including:Chain and belt drivesBearings and shaftsConveyor belts and conveyor systemsBuilding maintenance, upkeep, and plumbingHVAC maintenanceSteam systemsHydraulic and pneumatic systemsRigging and liftingMechanical timingSolderingForklifts and dock equipmentBlueprint reading Technical and practical knowledge of electrical equipment and principals including:AC and DC high and low voltage power circuitsAC and DC control circuitsElectrical test equipment and softwarePLC’s, ladder logic programming and HMI interfacesFrequency drives, Servo and Stepper motor systemsConduit installation and wiringElectrical drawings and schematicsTransformersPC’s and Network systemsPhone systemsSwitchgear systemsSecurity systemsN.E.C. and state and local codes. Knowledge and basic use of shop equipment for both wood and metal fabrication including:Saws and cutting equipment.Welding, Mig, Tig, Oxy- AcetyleneFastening systemsMachining, fabrication and measuring equipment.General carpentry and power tools What You'll Bring to the Table:A high school degree is required and a degree or certification in Mechanical or Electrical fields is highly desired.Valid driver’s license required.Experience with work order and labor logging, maintenance software systems, and preventative maintenance practices and procedures required.Previous work history with sewing and textile cutting equipment is highly desired.Able to read and write with good comprehension skills.Positive attitude and work ethic and an ability to prioritize and organize work with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.Must have strong technical problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems in a timely manner.Must be able to be on call for facility security alarm system.Ability to work a flexible schedule with notice.Must be able to work with minimal supervision. Physical Requirements:Able to meet all OSHA requirements for forklift operator certification.Able to lift to but not exceeding 90 pounds.Able to work overtime as needed and perform other duties as assigned by management.Able to work from heights of 40 feet.Able to work in confined spaces. JOIN THE BEST TEAM ON THE FIELD IN SPORT, SPIRIT & ACHIEVEMENT About Herff Jones:Indianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com. Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Herff Jones. Herff Jones will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.