Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
Salary Range: $35-$40/hour based on experience
BENEFITS EFFECTIVE FIRST DAY OF EMPLOYMENT
About the Skyway Cement Company
Skyway Cement Company is a locally managed and operated subsidiary of Eagle Materials Inc. Eagle Materials is one of the largest American owned suppliers of materials for residential, commercial, institutional and public works construction in the United States.
Position Location: South Chicago, Illinois
Help Build the Future of American Manufacturing
This is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to leave a lasting mark on U.S. infrastructure. Skyway Cement Company, a subsidiary of Eagle Materials, is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to help bring our plant in the United States to life. You will play a critical role to drive safety, efficiency, and long-term performance.
Eagle Materials is a trusted leader in American manufacturing, supplying essential materials that support homes, businesses, roads, energy projects, and critical infrastructure across the country. Every product we make - cement, wallboard, paperboard, concrete, and aggregates - is 100% manufactured in the United States, reinforcing our commitment to domestic production and economic growth.
At Eagle Materials, safety and environmental stewardship are not just priorities - they are core values. We invest in our people, our technology, and our facilities, fostering a culture where talented professionals are empowered to innovate, lead, and grow their careers. You’ll work alongside passionate, driven teammates who take pride in building something that truly matters.
If you’re looking for a career-defining opportunity and make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us.
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Position Description: The Electrical Technician is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems including, but not limited to pumps, motors, compressors, conveying system, gear reducers, and general lighting.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Embrace a safety culture and perform all tasks with safety at the forefront.
- Trouble shooting electrical systems and make repairs as needed. Consult with requester, maintenance planner, and/or supervisor when necessary.
- Perform preventative electrical routine maintenance of various equipment to include disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and calibration.
- Perform data entry into computer database.
- Use forklift, bobcat, front-end loader, and other mobile equipment as needed.
- Be flexible to work in various departments such as the laboratory, maintenance, shipping, or production.
- Sweep, clean, and pick-up to maintain good housekeeping standards.
- Obtain one-lines, drawings, instructional manuals and special procedures, as needed, from files or other sources. Make any additional sketches, diagrams, etc., necessary to clarify the intent of the work order.
Position Requirements:
- Must be able to work 40 hours or more per week.
- Must be able to work mandatory overtime if necessary, including weekends.
- Must adhere to Standard Operating Procedures
- Must be able to legally work in the United States
- Must be able to work in temperature of heat in summer and cold in winter
- Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.
- Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, squat as needed for responsibilities and other miscellaneous duties
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Mechanical aptitude is beneficial
- Computer skills are beneficial
Qualifications Include:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 2+ years of industrial related work experience
Benefits Offered on Your First Day!
- Medical
- Telemedicine
- Health Advocate Service
- Dental & Orthodontics
- Vision
- FSA Medical & Dependent Care
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Incentive Bonus Program
- Life and AD&D
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k)
Job Type: Full-time
EEO Statement
Skyway Cement Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
About The Salary Ranges
Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
The range provided is in United States Dollars.