Furnace Technician - Mechanical Repair (Entry Level)

Scot Forge Company; Spring Grove (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

0% ESOP? 100% Employee-Owned—ESOP

Profit Sharing Bonus

Weekly pay

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Scot Forge in Spring Grove, Illinois seeks a Furnace Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial furnaces supporting critical manufacturing operations. This hands-on role offers a long-term career with an employee-owned company.

2nd shift options include 1:00 PM–12:00 AM, 3:00 PM–2:00 AM, 7:00 PM–6:00 AM with a 10% shift premium. You will work with large systems, perform TUS/SAT, and document activities to ensure safe operations.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and experience troubleshooting equipment.
• One or more years of maintenance, repair, or related mechanical experience.
• Experience repairing motors, machinery, vehicles, or industrial equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights up to 60 feet.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, install, repair, calibrate, and maintain industrial furnaces.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and combustion-related issues.
• Rebuild and repair heavy industrial equipment and furnace systems.
• Perform Temperature Uniformity Surveys (TUS) and System Accuracy Tests (SAT).
• Operate, inspect, and troubleshoot furnace control systems.
• Document repairs and maintenance activities.
• Promote a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Maintenance experience

Blueprint reading

Detail-oriented

Ladder/climb safety

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Volt meters

Electrical testing equipment

PLC basics

HVAC basics

Job description

Build Mechanical Skills. Support Critical Equipment. Join a 100% Employee-Owned Company.

Scot Forge is seeking a Furnace Technician to join our manufacturing team in Spring Grove, Illinois.

This hands-on role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial furnaces and related equipment that support critical manufacturing operations. If you enjoy mechanical work, solving equipment problems, and working with large industrial systems, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career with a growing employee-owned company.

Shift Information

2nd Shift Openings Available

• 1:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM
• 7:00 PM - 6:00 AM
• 10% Shift Premium

Why Join Scot Forge?

• 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• Weekly pay
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive benefits package

About Scot Forge

Scot Forge is a 130+ year-old, employee-owned manufacturer of custom open die and rolled ring forgings. Our products support critical industries including energy, transportation, manufacturing, mining, infrastructure, aerospace, and national defense.

From mission-critical defense components to forged products used in mining, transportation, and energy applications, Scot Forge manufactures components that power some of the world's most demanding industries.

What You'll Do

As a Furnace Technician, you will:

• Troubleshoot, install, repair, calibrate, and maintain industrial furnaces
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and combustion-related issues
• Rebuild and repair heavy industrial equipment and furnace systems
• Perform Temperature Uniformity Surveys (TUS) and System Accuracy Tests (SAT)
• Operate, inspect, and troubleshoot furnace control systems
• Document repairs and maintenance activities
• Promote a safe and efficient manufacturing environment

Requirements

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and experience troubleshooting equipment
• One or more years of maintenance, repair, or related mechanical experience
• Experience repairing motors, machinery, vehicles, or industrial equipment
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights up to 60 feet

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, PLCs, or HVAC systems
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, or technical drawings
• Experience using electrical testing equipment such as volt meters
• Associate degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology, Industrial Mechanic Technology, or completion of a Mechatronics Apprenticeship Program
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, maintenance, or heavy equipment environments

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 65 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights
• Frequent exposure to industrial manufacturing equipment and high-temperature environments
• Ability to work safely around furnaces, heavy machinery, and production equipment

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Hair follicle drug screen
• Background check
• Lift test up to 65 pounds

Compensation

The estimated pay range for this position is the lowest and highest range we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. The actual pay offered to a candidate will depend on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, seniority, geographic location and prevailing minimum wage, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Vision, Dental, Hearing, Life (Basic & AD&D), Disability (STD & LTD), 401K Plan with match, Profit Sharing, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Tax Savings (FSA & HSA), Vacation Time, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, or any other form of compensation for any particular employee remains in the Company’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Scot Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.