Industrial Maintenance Technician: Electrical & PLC Expert

O&K American Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k with Profit Share

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Uniform Allowance

Safety Shoe Allowance

Job summary

O&K American Corp., located in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, and repair industrial equipment and controls. The role requires troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and hands-on repair work across electrical and mechanical systems on-site.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, manufacturing maintenance experience, and the ability to read technical manuals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Proven maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, welding, and industrial electrical/mechanical systems a plus.
• Ability to read and utilize technical manuals and drawings; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial equipment and electrical systems.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and diagnose issues; replace defective parts.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and control systems; install and modify equipment per code.
• Direct helpers on repair projects and ensure safe, reliable operation.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical

Forklift operation

PLC knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

O&K American Corp., located in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, and repair industrial equipment and controls. The role requires troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and hands-on repair work across electrical and mechanical systems on-site.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, manufacturing maintenance experience, and the ability to read technical manuals.