2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician

Aerotek; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in our Gurnee, IL facility to keep industrial production and packaging lines running smoothly. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support PLC tasks as needed within a fast-paced environment.

The role requires reading blueprints, working with 480V systems and VFDs, and collaborating with other technicians to ensure safety and reliability of equipment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an industrial maintenance technician or mechanic in a production environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills for industrial equipment, including filling and packaging machinery.
• Hands-on electrical troubleshooting experience, including working with 480V systems.
• Ability to swap motors and work with variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Experience using a multimeter and other diagnostic tools for electrical and mechanical systems.
• Practical knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics in an industrial setting.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and maintenance repair on industrial machinery.
• Ability to perform PLC troubleshooting at a basic level.
• Comfort working on 2nd shift and supporting overtime and rotating Saturdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting on industrial production and packaging machinery to quickly identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Carry out preventive maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and extend the life of machinery and components.
• Diagnose and repair issues involving hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, and related mechanical systems.
• Use electrical troubleshooting techniques, including working with 480V systems, swapping motors, and working with variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Interpret and work from blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical documentation to perform accurate repairs and installations.
• Use a multimeter and other diagnostic tools to test, verify, and document electrical and mechanical conditions.
• Support the setup, adjustment, and repair of filling and packaging machinery, including equipment from manufacturers such as Jones, Mamata, and Matrix.
• Perform maintenance repair activities in an industrial environment, ensuring work meets safety and quality standards.
• Assist with PLC troubleshooting as needed and collaborate with others when more advanced PLC support is required.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used to maintain accurate equipment history.
• Work collaboratively with other mechanics and production staff to prioritize maintenance tasks based on business needs.
• Participate in training on 1st shift by shadowing current mechanics to learn site-specific equipment and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading blueprints/schematics

Multimeter use

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Preventive maintenance

PLC troubleshooting (basic)

Team collaboration

Overtime capability

Tools

Blueprints/electrical schematics

Multimeter

Diagnostic tools

Industrial PLC basics

VFDs & 480V systems

Hand tools/power tools

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in our Gurnee, IL facility to keep industrial production and packaging lines running smoothly. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and support PLC tasks as needed within a fast-paced environment.

The role requires reading blueprints, working with 480V systems and VFDs, and collaborating with other technicians to ensure safety and reliability of equipment.