Equipment Maintenance Technician III - Days - A Shift

Jabil; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Jabil is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team in Illinois. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot electro-mechanical equipment, and rebuild/repair assets to minimize downtime on the shop floor.

The role requires an associates degree, 5–8 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting, and proficiency with calibration tools, test equipment, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Mechatronics or equivalent preferred.
• 5–8 years experience with electro-mechanical equipment in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot non-functioning electro-mechanical equipment used in manufacturing.

Skills

Troubleshooting electro-mechanical

Reading schematics/blueprints

Use of test/calibration equipment

English communication

Basic mathematics

Windows PC (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Forklift certification

Education

Associates degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Mechatronics

5–8 years electro-mechanical manufacturing experience

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world’s top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Job Description

***This shift is 12-hour rotating Days, 2-2-3 Continental schedule (two on, two off and every other Fri-Sat-Sun weekend) 6:45 AM to 7:00 PM***

JOB SUMMARY

Working under general supervision and instruction, performs a variety of moderately difficult assignments requiring judgment to resolve.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies substantial understanding of the job, knowledge and skill to complete a wide range of tasks. Receives little work instruction on daily work and general instructions on newly introduced assignments.
• Troubleshoot to determine problems in non-functioning electro-mechanical equipment used in the manufacturing process.
• Dismantle, adjusts, repairs and assembles equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manual, rough sketches or drawings/schematics.
• Uses test and diagnostic equipment to perform checkouts.
• Rebuilds manufacturing equipment as required.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance. Document maintenance as per program designation.
• Calibrate equipment using general and special purpose test equipment.
• Communicates with equipment suppliers regarding the repair of equipment.
• Maintain sufficient data to develop process improvement initiatives.
• May assist in the development of work procedures.
• May be required to source and purchase equipment parts.
• May maintain and store backup information for all critical production equipment software systems.
• May make recommendations regarding new or replacement equipment.
• May train employees in operation of machinery.
• May be required to work overtime or be on-call.
• Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English. Must be able to effectively communicate with technical support services.
• Broad knowledge and troubleshooting capability with various electro-mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment typically gained through extensive experience.
• Use of basic and special purpose hand tools, leveling instruments, and test/calibration equipment.
• Must be able to troubleshoot all failures that are detectable at the IO level.
• Basic mathematics.
• May require forklift certification.
• Understanding of electronic color codes and other component value markings.
• Understanding of safety practices requirements.
• Solid knowledge of specialized maintenance tracking programs.
• Personal computer operation in a Windows environment (Excel, Word and PowerPoint and e-mail).
• Use of specialized maintenance tracking programs.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Associates degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Mechatronics or equivalent certifications preferred
• Five (5) to eight (8) years prior work experience in electro-mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience performing PMs and repairs on injection presses, end of arm tool robots, baggers, resin dryers ideal, but any similar production equipment troubleshooting and installation experience is great
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.

The hourly pay range for this role is $25.10 - $45.19. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self.

• medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave
• in 2026, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly
• 401(k) retirement plan
• employee stock purchase plan

Jabil may use artificial intelligence ("AI") in connection with various aspects of its recruitment and hiring functions. If and when AI is used, Jabil ensures that its use of AI would not have the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes.

BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline www.ic3.gov, the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline www.identitytheft.gov and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accessibility Accommodation

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