Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and experience in industrial maintenance, particularly within a manufacturing facility.

The Industrial Maintenance Technician is part of the team responsible for maintaining machinery and operations areas in the manufacturing facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Services and maintains all machinery and equipment (punch presses, press brakes, lasers, plasmas, tube benders, HVAC, etc.).
• Learns to operate and break down all machinery.
• Researches, orders and inventories all parts and tooling necessary for machinery.
• Participates in preventative maintenance and repairs of machines in all of the facilities.
• Designs, builds and installs special projects.
• Gathers information on various subjects to find a more affordable and/or efficient way to do things with machines or areas.
• Tracks maintenance related items in FIIX software.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Ability to drive between 5 local manufacturing plants (located in Melrose Park and Elk Grove Village). Must have acceptable driving record.
• Ability to read tape measure and convert fractions to decimal measurements
• Ability to read and use measuring equipment, including micrometers and calipers
• Ability to operate various tools, machinery and equipment
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must be self-motivated and team-oriented
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and other departments
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to read and follow blueprints
• Must wear steel toed shoes and safety glasses in all plant facilities
• Off-hours work may be required (nights and weekends)

Education/Training/Experience

• High School degree or equivalent
• Proven experience in industrial maintenance or a related field is preferred
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing facility is highly desirable
• Experience with electrical, hydraulics, pneumatic and mechanical a definite plus
• HVAC and/or electrical experience preferred
• Familiarity with HVAC/R systems, high voltage equipment, and general mechanical systems is essential
• Strong customer service skills to effectively communicate with team members and management.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

We require that all employees have a completed background check and drug screen on file.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Manufacturing maintenance: 2 years (Required)
• Electrical: 1 year (Required)
• Preventive maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Melrose Park, IL 60160 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $26