AWS 3RD (F/S/S/M)- Maintenance Technician Sr/Lead

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

Job summary

Caterpillar (LL) in East Peoria, IL is seeking an experienced Senior Lead Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot complex equipment, lead other technicians, and stay hands-on.

This AWS shift runs Friday through Monday, four 10-hour nights, 10 PM–8:30 AM. Pay range is $30.00–$33.00 per hour including differential, depending on experience and skill.

You will coordinate preventive maintenance, supervise tasks, and mentor junior techs to keep downtime to a minimum.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Leadership

Schematics reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Description

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

Caterpillar (LL) | East Peoria, IL

Schedule: AWS Shift | Friday - Monday | Four-10-Hour Shifts | 10 PM-8:30 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 experience


• High 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