Electro Mechanical Technician

Randstad USA; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct Hire & Union

Wage progression up to $37/hr

Medical, Dental, Vision + 401(k)

11 paid holidays

Vacation after 90 days

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Technician for a direct-hire role in Carol Stream, IL. You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems on high-speed paper converting and packaging equipment to maximize uptime.

The 2nd shift runs 3 PM to 11 PM with overtime and weekends as needed. Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, industrial maintenance experience, and the ability to read schematics and perform preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills: 480V systems, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with hand/power tools and welding equipment.
• Requirement: Must provide your own maintenance tools.
• Experience and resume required to apply.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical production equipment (motors, drives, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, power transmissions).
• Electrical & PLCs: Install/replace electrical components (up to 480V, switches, relays, sensors). Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment (diagnostics only).
• Schematics & Blueprints: Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic/pneumatic prints.
• General Maintenance: Perform welding, fabrication, machining, and facility utility repairs. Document work orders using a CMMS.
• Installing and repairing all electrical production devices within the plant.
• Performing breakdown repairs, preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, etc. on all production equipment, utilities, building/grounds, etc.
• Completing parts requisitions, work orders, time sheets, in Computerized manufacturing Maintenance Management System.
• Electrician disassembles defective electrical equipment, replaces defective or worn parts, and reassembles equipment.
• Responsible for replacing all fuses, light sockets, bulbs and switches
• Working independently and on production teams.
• Demonstrating safe manufacturing work practices.
• Use PLCs for routine troubleshooting.
• Understand and complete all associated manufacturing paperwork.
• Adhere to preventative/predictive maintenance production schedules.
• Read and work from mechanical and electrical blueprints
• Other manufacturing duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical

Electronic Maintenance

Mechanical Maintenance

Engineering

Inspection

Maintenance

Monitoring

Blueprint Reading

Blueprints

Education

High School

Job description

NOW HIRING – DIRECT HIRE – IMMEDIATE START Position: Electro-Mechanical Technician

Location: Carol Stream, IL

Industry: Paper Packaging Manufacturing

Shift: 8-hour shifts (12 consecutive days, alternating weekends off). Must be flexible for days, nights, weekends, and overtime.

Pay: $28.00 - $37.00/hr (+ $1 dollar more per hour training milestones + shift differentials)

Role Summary Randstad USA is seeking an experienced Electro-Mechanical Technician for a direct-hire, union position. You will perform electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs on high-speed paper converting and packaging equipment to maximize production uptime.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical production equipment (motors, drives, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, power transmissions).
• Electrical & PLCs: Install/replace electrical components (up to 480V, switches, relays, sensors). Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment (diagnostics only).
• Schematics & Blueprints: Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and hydraulic/pneumatic prints.
• General Maintenance: Perform welding, fabrication, machining, and facility utility repairs. Document work orders using a CMMS.

Qualifications & Skills

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• strong troubleshooting skills: 480V systems, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with hand/power tools and welding equipment.
• Requirement: Must provide your own maintenance tools.
• Experience and resume required to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

• Direct Hire & Union Position.
• Progressive wage increases up to $37.00/hr based on skill mastery.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance + 401(k) company benefits.
• 11 Paid Holidays.
• Vacation after 90 days (1 week paid vacation, 3 floating holidays, 3 paid sick days).

Responsibilities

• Installing and repairing all electrical production devices within the plant.
• Performing breakdown repairs, preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, etc. on all production equipment, utilities, building/grounds, etc.
• Completing parts requisitions, work orders, time sheets, in Computerized manufacturing Maintenance Management System.
• Electrician disassembles defective electrical equipment, replaces defective or worn parts, and reassembles equipment.
• Responsible for replacing all fuses, light sockets, bulbs and switches
• Working independently and on production teams.
• Demonstrating safe manufacturing work practices.
• Use PLCs for routine troubleshooting.
• Understand and complete all associated manufacturing paperwork.
• Adhere to preventative/predictive maintenance production schedules.
• Read and work from mechanical and electrical blueprints
• Other manufacturing duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• working up to 8 hrs of overtime per week
• working weekends

Skills

• Electrical
• Electronic Maintenance
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Engineering
• Inspection
• Maintenance
• Monitoring
• Blueprint Reading
• Blueprints

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

salary: $58,239.96 - $76,960 per year

shift: Second

work hours: 3 PM - 11 PM

education: High School

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Experience

• Experienced
• 3 years

Education

• High School