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Maintenance Technician

Chemring Energetic Devices
Downers Grove, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Be part of a growing team. Join Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) as we build products that protect our Country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space. CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois. We are located a commuter train ride West of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

  • Exciting growth – Our work supports major space and defense programs.
  • Impactful work – help manufacture components critical to national security
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Join a high-performing team in a thriving industry
  • Ready to make an impact? Apply today to be part of our mission-critical team!

CED strives to pay a competitive wage in the industry and regional market. The pay range for this position is $20-$26.50 per hour. Our strong benefits offerings include eligibility to participate in 1 of 3 different BCBS of IL medical plans, Dental (SunLife) Vision (EyeMed), Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k) with a generous 6% match, 11 Paid Holidays, 5 paid Sick Days (based on a full year of employment) and paid vacation.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing minor repairs on buildings and equipment. Work is generally performed under the guidance and instruction of experienced maintenance mechanics and technicians. Work is performed according to safety, planned maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Assist experienced technician with diversified duties to install and maintain production machines, and the company’s physical plant, grounds and equipment.
  • Assist experienced technician with emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
  • Under direct supervision, performs basic mechanic assignments including, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines and facility equipment.
  • Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
  • Learn to diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
  • Learn regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
  • Under direct supervision, performs a variety of basic plumbing and electrical maintenance and carpentry functions.
  • Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
  • Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
  • Act as escort to external visitors and vendors following established facility security protocols.
  • Comply with safety regulations and perform work in a manner consistent with rigorous company safety standards.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of workspaces, tools, and equipment.

Other Job Functions

  • Follow all company policies and procedures
  • Other duties / responsibilities as assigned by the President
  • Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

N/A

EDUCATION

  • Requires a high school diploma or GED
  • Associates degree or technical school training preferred.

Experience

  • One to two years of experience working within a manufacturing or other industrial environment.

SKILLS And QUALIFICATIONS

  • Possess a valid driver’s license, with a clean driving history
  • Ability to follow instructions and learn troubleshooting and maintenance skills from experienced peers
  • Ability to perform assigned work on multiple and concurrent tasks/projects
  • Able to perform duties in various physical environments and conditions (e.g., indoors, outdoors, hot/cold areas, heights, confined spaces)
  • Must be eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices.

Physical And Other Requirements

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects, weighing up to 75 pounds frequently, with assistance. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles. Work activities require following safe work instructions, and appropriate PPE.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here: EEOC Know Your Rights

CED’s EEO Policy Statement is available here: CED EEO Policy Statement

CED is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to Humanresources@ced.us.com or call (630) 969-0620and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Salary Description

$20.00 to $26.50

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