Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic / Equipment TechnicianPay: $33 - $37Hours: M-F / 2:00pm - 10:30pm + OTJob DescriptionThis role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial machinery and facility systems in a manufacturing environment. You will perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and building systems, support safe and reliable operations, and collaborate closely with facilities and maintenance teams. The position follows a Monday through Friday afternoon shift (approximately 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.) with opportunities for overtime.Responsibilities
- Maintain plant machinery and equipment by following a standard preventive maintenance schedule to keep equipment operating at maximum efficiency and reliability.
- Perform troubleshooting and root-cause analysis to diagnose and repair equipment issues as they occur.
- Carry out general building maintenance, including light carpentry, painting, cleaning, light plumbing, changing light bulbs, repairing minor electrical devices, changing HVAC filters, and monitoring outdoor spaces.
- Work on a wide range of industrial machinery, including large presses, rollers, pumps, rewinding machines, and other large industrial equipment.
- Support electrical and plumbing maintenance tasks within the facility, staying within appropriate scope for in-house work.
- Assist the Facilities Engineer with scheduling maintenance work and determining equipment, tools, and supply needs.
- Complete all assigned work in a consistent, timely, and effective manner, escalating unusual technical or personnel issues to the Facilities Engineer or department supervisor as needed.
- Adhere to all facilities policies and procedures, including guidelines on attire, grooming, and attendance.
- Accurately record all maintenance actions in equipment maintenance logs to ensure complete and up-to-date records for each piece of equipment.
- Make recommendations to improve preventive maintenance procedures and maintenance best practices.
- Perform routine facilities maintenance as needed, while leaving more involved plumbing or electrical work to outside vendors or specialists.
- Run errands to pick up parts or supplies as needed, typically one to three times per month.
- Assist the Facilities Engineer in coordinating work performed by subcontractors and outside vendors for major jobs.
- Maintain the tool room to ensure repair parts, tools, equipment, and building supplies are organized and readily available for maintenance functions.
- Identify and suggest ways to improve quality, efficiency, safety, and communication within the maintenance function.
- Follow all safety practices, immediately correct or report unsafe or hazardous conditions, and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
- Provide off-hour coverage and support as required to respond to urgent maintenance needs.
- Fabricate small parts, brackets, assemblies, and tooling from various materials using standard shop equipment; welding when applicable.
- Perform preventive maintenance on both production machinery and building systems to minimize downtime.
- Collaborate with a small maintenance team, sharing knowledge and learning from experienced colleagues.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the department supervisor to support overall facility operations.
Essential Skills
- At least 3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to work on large industrial equipment such as presses, rollers, pumps, and rewinding machines.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Experience using basic hand tools and electrical meters in a maintenance setting.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical and pneumatic diagrams, blueprints, and machine schematics.
- Basic knowledge of PLCs sufficient to support troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
- Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics, including system components and operation.
- Good math skills and strong problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
- Strong documentation skills and computer literacy for maintaining logs and schedules.
- Ability to solve practical problems and handle a variety of variables where limited standardization exists.
- Familiarity with basic building wiring, equipment, and electrical systems up to 480 volts 3-phase.
- Experience with mechanical and plumbing work in an industrial or building maintenance context.
- Ability to read and understand maintenance schedules, troubleshooting manuals, and maintenance procedures.
- Capability to neatly maintain maintenance logs and records.
- Ability to fabricate small parts, brackets, assemblies, and tooling using standard shop equipment.
- Physical ability to climb ladders, stoop, bend, and access all areas of machinery and equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
- Ability to work under pressure and respond to equipment or facility issues with a strong sense of urgency.
- Effective collaboration and communication skills, both oral and written, with maintenance staff and cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to maintaining a clean, orderly work area and following prescribed safety regulations.
- Valid drivers license for occasional errands to pick up parts or supplies.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience as a maintenance mechanic, maintenance technician, or equipment technician in an industrial setting.
- Background in industrial maintenance that includes repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance activities.
- Experience with building maintenance, including light carpentry, painting, and basic facility upkeep.
- Knowledge of lock-out/tag-out procedures, machine guarding, and appropriate operator involvement to maintain machine integrity and support a strong safety culture.
- Ability to make informed recommendations on spare parts requirements and maintenance improvements.
- Welding skills or prior welding experience is a plus.
- Comfort working at heights when accessing equipment or building systems.
- Experience working within a small maintenance team and supporting subcontractor coordination.
- Familiarity with industrial environments that involve coatings, adhesives, or chemical processes is beneficial.
Why Work Here?You will join a long-established, stable manufacturing organization that offers a reliable work schedule and the opportunity to earn overtime. The maintenance team is small, which gives you broad exposure to equipment and facilities and allows you to make a visible impact every day. You will have the chance to learn directly from an experienced colleague with decades of tenure, gaining valuable, hands-on knowledge and mentorship. The environment encourages suggestions for improving safety, quality, efficiency, and communication, fostering a culture where your ideas and expertise are respected.Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a manufacturing facility that specializes in producing materials with coatings and adhesives used in products such as non-slip walkways, skateboard grip tape, and emergency exit signage. The primary production site mass-produces these materials before they are shipped to another location for order measurement and distribution. The facility has a noticeable chemical smell due to the use of chemicals in adhesive manufacturing, and work is performed around large industrial machinery including presses, rollers, pumps, and rewinding machines. You will work as part of a very small maintenance team, typically two people, which promotes close collaboration and direct learning from a highly experienced team member. The schedule is Monday through Friday on an afternoon shift (approximately 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.), with overtime as needed. Appropriate attire and grooming are required in accordance with facility policies, and strict adherence to safety practices and regulations is expected at all times. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Lake Bluff, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $68000.00 - $77000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Benefits available day 1 since DP Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Lake Bluff, IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Lake Bluff,IL.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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