Hands-On Maintenance Technician — Keep Production Moving

Schaeffer Manufacturing-Schaeffer's Oil; Illinois; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaeffer Manufacturing is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to keep production equipment running smoothly. You will lead repairs, read manuals, and support the maintenance team in preventative programs while handling facility upkeep and safety obligations.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in maintenance, strong mechanical and electrical skills, and the ability to read schematics. Local candidates near the plant preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (tech school a plus).
• 3+ years of maintenance experience, or a mix of tech school and hands-on work.
• A strong safety mindset — you don’t cut corners.
• A self-starter attitude — you see what needs to be done and make it happen.
• Solid mechanical and electrical skills.
• Ability to read schematics and use hand/power tools with confidence.
• Physical stamina — standing, crouching, bending, and staying on your feet for long stretches.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to live within 30 minutes of the plant before your start date.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to person for the Maintenance Lead when issues come up.
• Keep production moving by proactively anticipating repairs and completing projects to minimize downtime.
• Not afraid to review manuals so that jobs get done right the first time.
• Lead line changeovers and ensure everything is set up correctly.
• Learn our preventative and predictive maintenance program and support the Maintenance Team Lead in sustaining it.
• Help take care of facility needs like plumbing, electrical, painting, and general upkeep.
• Complete periodic inspections and minor repairs of forklifts and lifts.
• Troubleshoot machine problems using your knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, and pneumatics — and fix the root cause, not just the symptom.
• Replace motors, drives, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, and more.
• Lead by example in safety: lockout/tagout, fall protection, welding/grinding, spill prevention, and more.
• Help to build and maintain a reliable parts inventory system.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Reading schematics

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school (plus)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Schaeffer Manufacturing is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to keep production equipment running smoothly. You will lead repairs, read manuals, and support the maintenance team in preventative programs while handling facility upkeep and safety obligations.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in maintenance, strong mechanical and electrical skills, and the ability to read schematics. Local candidates near the plant preferred.