Industrial Maintenance Technician – 2nd Shift

Heidtman Steel Products; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage

Shift premium

Bonuses

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Job summary

Granite City Processing, formerly Heidtman Steel, is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in Granite City, IL. You will maintain industrial electrical systems, troubleshoot PLCs, and support manufacturing equipment to ensure reliable operations.

The role offers competitive pay with a starting wage of $28.88 per hour or higher, a shift premium of $1.50/hour for 2nd shift, and a production incentive bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience performing industrial electrical maintenance in manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, and manuals.
• Familiarity with PLCs, industrial automation, and control systems.
• Proven troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical equipment and systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on motors, panels, circuits, and related equipment.
• Diagnose faults using testing tools and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Install, program, modify, and support PLC-controlled machinery.
• Maintain documentation of inspections, repairs, and maintenance history.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC systems

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Reading schematics

Education

Diploma or technical cert in Electrical Engineering or related

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Insulation testers

Thermal imaging

Job description

Description

Industrial Maintenance Technician – 2nd Shift

Granite City Processing (formerly Heidtman Steel) is growing, and we're looking for a skilled and dependable Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our team. If you have experience maintaining industrial electrical systems, troubleshooting PLCs, and supporting manufacturing equipment, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with a company that truly values its employees.

As a family-owned company with more than 70 years in the steel industry, Granite City Processing is committed to investing in our people. When you join our team, you’re not just taking a job—you become part of a workplace where employees are respected, supported, and given opportunities to grow.

Competitive Pay & Bonuses

• Starting wage: $28.88 per hour or higher, depending on experience
• Production Incentive Bonus: The 2025 average payout was 15.13%, equating to approximately $4.37 per hour based on a $28.88 hourly wage
• Shift Premium: +$1.50/hour for 2nd shift

Outstanding Benefits

• Illinois Paid Time Off (prorated 40 hours during the first year, 40 hours annually thereafter)
• Vacation after one year of service
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage
• 401(k) with a 4% company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness programs
• Health club reimbursement
• Work boot reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• And more!

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical equipment and systems.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on motors, electrical panels, circuits, and related equipment.
• Diagnose electrical faults using multimeters, insulation testers, thermal imaging equipment, and other diagnostic tools.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes, company policies, and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain PLC systems and industrial automation equipment.
• Install, program, modify, and support PLC-controlled machinery.
• Interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, technical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Work closely with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and system performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and increase operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, repairs, preventive maintenance, and equipment history.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience performing industrial electrical maintenance in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, wiring practices, and electrical safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, manuals, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience using electrical testing equipment, including multimeters, insulation resistance testers, and thermal imaging cameras.
• Demonstrated experience working with PLC systems
• Strong understanding of industrial automation and control systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma, technical certification, or associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Automation, or a related field, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency initiatives and electrical optimization practices.Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs), HMIs, servo systems, and industrial networking is a plus.

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician looking for a stable career with competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and opportunities for growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Granite City Processing and become part of a team that values safety, teamwork, reliability, and long-term success.

Full Time

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