Maintenance Technician | 2nd Shift

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTitle: 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician
Location: South Holland, IL
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Hire Type: Direct HireBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: 401k, Education Reimbursement ProgramPay: $28-36/hr
Job Summary:

• We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join our clients Packaging Department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining all machinery within the packaging area while ensuring a safe and high-quality production environment.

Job Duties:

• Read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Understand PLC ladder logic and industrial electrical systems.
• Perform building and masonry repairs.
• Install, service, and repair electric motors, heaters, coolers, refrigerators, and other related equipment using various hand and power tools.
• Move and replace machinery and auxiliary apparatus using hand and electric trucks, forklifts, and dollies.
• Replace fuses, light bulbs, circuit breakers, electric switches, and other electrical equipment.
• Maintain records and prepare reports related to equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Prepare written reports on projects and equipment conditions.
• Ensure proper use, care, and storage of tools and equipment.
• Maintain work area in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Work from sketches, drawings, and blueprints.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace electrical systems to the component level.
• Fabricate, assemble, and test machinery parts as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Four years of experience in mechanical or electrical trades .
• Completion of a recognized vocational training program in mechanical or electrical trades may be substituted for two years of experience.
• Knowledge of accepted practices, processes, materials, and tools of the maintenance trades.
• Familiarity with electric motors, generators, pumps, pressure systems, water systems, and other related equipment.
• Experience servicing and maintaining power, heating, and cooling units.
• Understanding of occupational hazards and safety precautions in maintenance trades.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , , protected veteran status, or genetic information.