Evening Shift Maintenance Mechanic – 24/7 Plant

W.R. Grace & Co.

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health care
Dental care
401(k) plan
Competitive benefits

Job summary

Grace is seeking a Second Shift Maintenance Mechanic for our Chicago site. The role focuses on installing and maintaining chemical processes, including piping, equipment and pumps, with routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting for 24/7 operations.

The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and requires reading blueprints and working with I/E on motors, pumps, and actuators. Hazards and PPE are part of daily duties, with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a chemical environment.
  • Demonstrated troubleshooting abilities and hands-on experience.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical functions and understand units of measure (English and Metric).
  • Able to work in high/angled spaces and around hazardous materials with proper PPE.

Responsibilities

  • Install and maintain chemical processes, piping, equipment and pumps.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work orders for adjustments or repairs.
  • Perform preventive, corrective, and precision maintenance on mechanical equipment.
  • Collaborate with I/E on motors, actuators, pumps, valves and controls.
  • Operate forklifts and scissor lifts; maintain a clean, safe work area.
  • Develop and implement maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability.

Skills

Troubleshooting
Mechanical aptitude
Pumps valves
Welding MIG/TIG
Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
Trade certification in maintenance/mechanic

Tools

MIG welding
TIG welding
Hand tools
Power tools
Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Grace is seeking a Second Shift Maintenance Mechanic for our Chicago site. The role focuses on installing and maintaining chemical processes, including piping, equipment and pumps, with routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting for 24/7 operations.

The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and requires reading blueprints and working with I/E on motors, pumps, and actuators. Hazards and PPE are part of daily duties, with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

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