Industrial Maintenance Tech – Preventive & Repair

Gabriel Group; Benton (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Gabriel Group is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to ensure manufacturing machinery and infrastructure are operational. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and help implement new systems while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role requires reading blueprints, basic electrical/mechanical knowledge, and the ability to train staff and supervise contractors. A strong focus on cost reduction and reliability is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Vocational Training is preferred.
• Certifications in safety and equipment operation are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to prevent breakdowns.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment and systems.
• Assist with new equipment installation and technology adoption.
• Monitor work performed by outside contractors.
• Perform light landscaping and groundskeeping as needed.
• Train employees on equipment usage and troubleshooting.
• Maintain inventories of parts, consumables, and tools.
• Provide maintenance information and respond to maintenance requests.
• Use CMMS to track work orders and preventive schedules.
• Keep maintenance areas clean and organized.
• Follow Lock Out/Tag Out and ISO 9001:2015 procedures.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Communication

Time management

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Gabriel Group is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to ensure manufacturing machinery and infrastructure are operational. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and help implement new systems while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role requires reading blueprints, basic electrical/mechanical knowledge, and the ability to train staff and supervise contractors. A strong focus on cost reduction and reliability is essential.