AWS 2ND (F/S/S/M)- Maintenance Technician Sr/Lead

Mmsteam; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4‑day workweek

3 days off per week

Shift differential

Job summary

Caterpillar (LL) in East Peoria, IL is seeking a Senior Lead Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot complex equipment, lead a team of technicians, and stay hands-on. The role blends leadership with practical, hands-on maintenance responsibilities.

You will manage preventive maintenance, coordinate downtime, and mentor others while reading schematics and working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems. The position offers a four-day shift pattern with a 2:00 PM–12:30 AM schedule and a pay range of

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• 2+ years of lead, supervisory, or team leadership experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic experience.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Preventive maintenance experience.
• CMMS experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support maintenance technicians throughout the shift.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Take the lead during difficult breakdowns and repairs.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance activities.
• Assign and prioritize maintenance work.
• Coach technicians and help develop their troubleshooting skills.
• Review work orders and maintenance documentation.
• Support equipment upgrades and improvement projects.
• Partner with operations to reduce downtime and keep equipment running safely.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Lead/supervisory

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Read schematics/blueprints

Preventive maintenance

CMMS experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Senior Lead Maint. Technician | $30-$33/hr.

Caterpillar (LL) | East Peoria, IL

Schedule: AWS Shift | Friday - Monday | Four-10-Hour Shifts | 2:00 PM-12:30 AM

Pay Range: $30.00 - $33.00/hour (Including differential), based on experience and skill set

Overview

Are you the technician everyone calls when the equipment won't cooperate?

We're looking for an experienced Senior Lead Maintenance Technician who knows how to troubleshoot difficult equipment problems, lead other technicians, and still enjoys being hands-on.

This is an opportunity to step into a senior leadership role without leaving the tools behind.

Why You'll Want This Role

• 4-day workweek
• 3 days off each week
• $30-$33/hour, including shift differential
• Hands-on senior/lead position
• Mechanical + electrical troubleshooting
• Opportunity to mentor other technicians
• Work with hydraulic, pneumatic, automated, and industrial equipment

What You'll Do

• Lead and support maintenance technicians throughout the shift
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
• Take the lead during difficult breakdowns and repairs
• Coordinate preventive maintenance activities
• Assign and prioritize maintenance work
• Coach technicians and help develop their troubleshooting skills
• Review work orders and maintenance documentation
• Support equipment upgrades and improvement projects
• Partner with operations to reduce downtime and keep equipment running safely

Requirements

What You Bring

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• 2+ years of lead, supervisory, or team leadership experience
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Hydraulic and pneumatic experience
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Preventive maintenance experience
• CMMS experienceHigh school diploma or equivalent

A Plus But Not Required

• PLC or controls experience
• Automation or building automation experience
• Technical degree or maintenance certification
• Equipment installation or maintenance project experience
• CMM or similar maintenance certification

Think You Could Be A Fit?

• Don't let one missing preferred qualification stop you from applying. If you're an experienced industrial maintenance technician with strong troubleshooting skills and leadership experience, we'd like to hear from you.