Facilities Maintenance Mechanic III/IV

Dart Container; North Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the smooth operation of plant equipment. This role involves performing repairs and upgrades on various systems, including HVAC and plumbing, while providing support for production activities. Join a dynamic team that values safety and offers excellent benefits, including health coverage and career advancement opportunities. If you have a strong background in building maintenance and a passion for mechanical systems, this is the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company matching

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Product discounts

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in maintenance or trade school training.
• 5+ years of experience considered for level III positions.

Responsibilities

• Make repairs and upgrades to building systems.
• Assist production personnel in change-overs.
• Maintain building cleanliness and facility equipment.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics and repair

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Chillers and boilers

Pneumatics and hydraulics

Education

Trade school training

5+ years building maintenance experience

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Mechanic III/IV

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Date: May 2, 2025

Location: North Aurora, IL, US

Company: Dart Container

Are you ready to take your mechanical expertise to the next level? We're looking for a dedicated Facilities/Building Maintenance Mechanic to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in ensuring the smooth operation of our plant and facility equipment. From installation to repair, your skills will make a significant impact on our operations.

Compensation: Starts at $28 an hour

Shift Availability:

• All shifts offer overtime as needed
• 7:30 am - 4:00 pm with the ability to rotate Sunday overnight for equipment start-up duties

Who we are …

We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring you can enjoy your food and drinks anytime, anywhere!

What we offer…

• Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K, and more!
• Opportunity to earn pay increases and advance in your career
• A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety
• Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and paid time off

What you’ll do…

• Make repairs and upgrades to major building, electrical, and mechanical systems, while administering various contracted services including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water pressure, fire protection, and security services.
• Assist production personnel in change-over and set-ups
• Work on facility chillers and boilers, and assist with maintaining building cleanliness
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment to access problem areas or install new or repaired parts

What you’ll need...

• One (1) year of experience performing preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair, or comparable experience with trade school or training. With five (5) or more years of building maintenance experience, we can consider you for the level III positions.
• Previous experience in Building/Facilities maintenance, with a solid understanding of repairing and maintaining industrial equipment (Plumbing, chillers, boilers, HVAC) and other facility components.
• Understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, temperature, and pressure gauges

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years. Dart is a family-owned, family-focused company of 13,000 employees united by a shared set of values. Headquartered in Mason, MI, Dart has 30 locations in four countries.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts, and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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