Industrial Maintenance Technician

Accelera; South Beloit (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain reliable operation of heavy production equipment on the plant floor. You will apply expertise in electrical and mechanical systems to minimize downtime and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities include diagnosing hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues, performing precision maintenance on motors and gearboxes, and reading schematics to ensure accurate repairs and calibrations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting PLC systems and AC/DC motor drives.
• Strong understanding of high and low voltage electrical safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues within hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems to maintain peak production efficiency.
• Execute precise installations and preventative maintenance on heavy industrial equipment, including motors, gearboxes, and power supplies.
• Apply knowledge of 3-phase motor circuits and PLC troubleshooting to restore automated systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement safety protocols and optimize machine performance.
• Interpret technical schematics and manuals to perform accurate repairs and calibrations.
• Proactively identify potential equipment failures to prevent bottlenecks and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

AC/DC motor drives

Electrical safety

Mechanical drawings

Communication

Tools

Tools collection

Job description

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will serve as a critical partner in maintaining operational excellence by ensuring the reliability of complex production machinery. You will leverage your expertise in electrical and mechanical systems to minimize downtime and drive continuous improvement across our manufacturing floor.

About the Role

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will serve as a critical partner in maintaining operational excellence by ensuring the reliability of complex production machinery. You will leverage your expertise in electrical and mechanical systems to minimize downtime and drive continuous improvement across our manufacturing floor.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve complex issues within hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems to maintain peak production efficiency.
• Execute precise installations and preventative maintenance on heavy industrial equipment, including motors, gearboxes, and power supplies.
• Apply advanced knowledge of 3-phase motor circuits and PLC troubleshooting to restore functionality to automated systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement safety protocols and optimize machine performance.
• Interpret technical schematics and product manuals to perform accurate repairs and system calibrations.
• Proactively identify potential equipment failures to prevent operational bottlenecks and ensure a safe work environment.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting PLC systems and AC/DC motor drives.
• Strong understanding of high and low voltage electrical safety standards.
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.
• Possession of a comprehensive set of personal maintenance tools.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Prior military service or technical training.
• Experience with advanced diagnostic and calibration instrumentation.
• Proven track record of leadership or mentorship in a maintenance setting.