Facility Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Association for Facilities Engineering; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Associate Referral Program

Boot allowance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Penske is seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician for the 1st shift in Illinois. Responsibilities include routine rounds, system repairs and safety participation in a warehouse setting with varied temperatures.

Qualifications include an associate degree or technical training, plus 3 years of industrial maintenance experience and strong English communication. Benefits include PTO, insurance, 401K, boot allowance, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Two-year associate degree or equivalent technical training, or 3 years in an industrial setting.
• English reading and writing proficiency.
• Experience with industrial equipment maintenance and repair.
• Electrical maintenance knowledge 110–480V 3‑phase; read schematics.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily equipment rounds and perform repairs as required.
• Repair plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems; coordinate with vendors.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings to ensure a safe workplace.
• Perform work-order repairs, inspections and adjustments.
• Support operations with suggestions and solutions as needed.
• Serve as off-shift contact for facilities issues.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

English literacy

Education

Associate degree or technical school training

Job description

Facility Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift

Position Summary: A Penske Facility Maintenance Technician works in a warehouse environment with temperatures ranging from 34% to 95%. Performs all maintenance and preventive maintenance on a variety of media including mobile equipment, plumbing, electrical, dock doors, levelers, related dock equipment, concrete floor repair, painting, carpentry, rack repair and all related facilities maintenance.

Work Schedule

1st Shift: Sunday – Wednesday 5:00 am – 1:00 pm

Pay Rate

$33.00 per hour

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Associate Referral Program
• $125 boot allowance after 90‑days of employment
• Associate discounts and growth opportunities

Major Responsibilities

• Complete daily equipment rounds and make repairs as required.
• Perform repairs on plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems; contact vendors as necessary.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings, ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
• Perform work‑order repairs, inspections and adjustments.
• Support operations department by providing suggestions and developing solutions as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact for facilities issues during off‑shift hours.

Qualifications

• 2‑year associate degree or equivalent from a technical school; or 3 years’ experience in an industrial setting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to read, write and understand verbal communication in English.
• Working knowledge of industrial equipment, maintenance and repair including fire systems, chains, bearings, gearboxes, motors, conveyor belts, lifts and other wear‑related assets.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical maintenance and repair, including voltages from 110 V to 480 V 3 phase, wiring, fuses, relays and ability to comprehend electrical schematics.

Physical Requirements

• Move frequently; stand, walk, climb, bend and sit for extended periods during scheduled work time.
• Use hands on a routine basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel or otherwise operate required tools or controls.
• Work safely at heights using ladders and elevated platforms.
• Work safely in all weather conditions.
• Be able to see and hear to safely navigate the work environment with frequent movement of large trucks.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs (23 kg); occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs (45 kg). Must be able to push/pull truck tires exceeding 100 lbs.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary: $33.00 hourly rate.

Learn more about benefits at https://penske.jobs/benefits/.

Application Deadline: Ongoing.