Facilities Maintenance Mechanic II/III (1st shift)

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution (annual)

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus opportunity

Paid holidays

Vacation/Sick Time

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Overtime

Long Term Incentive (equity)

Parental leave

Job summary

Woodward in Loves Park, IL seeks skilled maintenance professionals to perform preventive maintenance, diagnose mechanical issues, and maintain comprehensive maintenance records. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and precise technical documentation.

You will communicate updates to the team, calibrate machinery, and manage workload to meet maintenance schedules. Woodward offers overtime, equity incentives, and a robust Total Rewards package.

Qualifications

• Experience performing building maintenance and repairs in a facility, industrial, or commercial environment.
• Knowledge of general facility systems, including doors, locks, lighting, plumbing fixtures, HVAC support items, and basic electrical repairs.
• Ability to complete minor carpentry, drywall, painting, and hardware repairs.
• Experience responding to work orders and completing repairs in occupied buildings.
• Familiarity with troubleshooting building equipment and identifying repair needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Preventive Maintenance: Execute routine maintenance procedures on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance and reduce the likelihood of unexpected failures.
• Diagnose Mechanical Issues: Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions by applying technical expertise and standard troubleshooting methods.
• Maintain Maintenance Records: Accurately document all maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs performed, and parts utilized, to ensure comprehensive history and compliance.
• Adhere to Safety Protocols: Implement and follow safety guidelines and standard operating procedures to maintain a safe working environment for oneself and team members.
• Communicate Technical Information: Effectively share technical updates and maintenance status with team members to facilitate coordinated and efficient operations.

Skills

Mechanical Repair

Diagnostic Analysis

Preventative Maintenance Planning

Technical Documentation

Calibration Techniques

Safety Procedures

Tool Proficiency

Workflow Management

Collaborative Communication

Analytical Problem Solving

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Estimated hourly base pay: Level II: $25.00 – $32.00. Plus, overtime. Level III: $30.29 – $39.00. Plus, overtime. Long-term incentive compensation in the form of equity All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity 401(k) match (4.5%) Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%) Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members 12 paid holidays Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave. Paid parental leave Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life Member referral bonus Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Preventive Maintenance: Execute routine maintenance procedures on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance and reduce the likelihood of unexpected failures.
• Diagnose Mechanical Issues: Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions by applying technical expertise and standard troubleshooting methods.
• Maintain Maintenance Records: Accurately document all maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs performed, and parts utilized, to ensure comprehensive history and compliance.
• Adhere to Safety Protocols: Implement and follow safety guidelines and standard operating procedures to maintain a safe working environment for oneself and team members.
• Communicate Technical Information: Effectively share technical updates and maintenance status with team members to facilitate coordinated and efficient operations.

Key Skills

• Mechanical Repair: Expertise in maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting machinery and equipment.
• Diagnostic Analysis: Proficient in identifying and analyzing equipment malfunctions using analytical methods.
• Preventative Maintenance Planning: Skilled in scheduling and conducting routine maintenance to prevent equipment downtime.
• Technical Documentation: Ability to interpret and utilize technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints effectively.
• Calibration Techniques: Knowledgeable in calibrating machinery and tools to ensure precision and proper functionality.
• Safety Procedures: Adherence to and implementation of workplace safety standards and protocols.
• Tool Proficiency: Skilled in using a variety of hand and power tools required for maintenance tasks.
• Workflow Management: Efficiently managing personal workload to meet maintenance schedules and team objectives.
• Collaborative Communication: Effectively communicating technical information within the team environment.
• Analytical Problem Solving: Applying established procedures and methods to resolve typical maintenance issues.

Other Qualifications

• Experience performing building maintenance and repairs in a facility, industrial, or commercial environment.
• Knowledge of general facility systems, including doors, locks, lighting, plumbing fixtures, HVAC support items, and basic electrical repairs.
• Ability to complete minor carpentry, drywall, painting, and hardware repairs.
• Experience responding to work orders and completing repairs in occupied buildings.
• Familiarity with troubleshooting building equipment and identifying repair needs.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

What does it mean to be part of Woodward? It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.