Industrial Maintenance Technician — PLCs & Equipment Repair

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Optical Insurance

401k with Yearly Employer Profit Share

Short-Term Disability and Life Income

Vacation Time / Paid Sick Leave / Paid

9 Paid Holidays

Uniform Allowance

Safety Shoe Allowance

Job summary

O&K American Corp in Chicago, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial equipment and electrical controls. Responsibilities include planning repairs, testing electrical systems, and supporting maintenance across the plant.

The role requires inspecting equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and supervising helpers on projects. A strong background in manufacturing maintenance and PLC knowledge is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training within Industrial Manufacturing, Electrical, Welding, Tradesmanship, or Military education preferred.
• Proven experience as a maintenance worker in a manufacturing setting.
• Basic working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, welding, and Industrial Electrical, and Mechanical experience a plus.
• Experience working with tools, including hand and electrical tools.
• Previous experience operating forklift and overhead crane, an industrial setting preferred.
• Ability to read and utilize technical manuals and drawings.
• Basic computer skills.
• Communication skills – written, verbal; demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff, management, and vendors.
• Team oriented individual
• Ability to think strategically and problem solve.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose the nature of the problem; perform electrical tests, disassemble equipment, replace parts, reassemble and test.
• Install and modify equipment; pull wires, bend conduit, and ensure power distribution is balanced.
• Redesign circuits and modify wiring diagrams to document changes.
• Test and teardown equipment; replace motors, gear boxes, belts, or controls.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and recommend actions.
• Direct helpers on repair projects.
• Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring on plant systems.
• Assist in training departmental employees.
• Repair equipment and structures.
• Specify materials needed for projects.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Reading manuals

Team oriented

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Industrial hand tools

Job description

O&K American Corp in Chicago, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial equipment and electrical controls. Responsibilities include planning repairs, testing electrical systems, and supporting maintenance across the plant.

The role requires inspecting equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and supervising helpers on projects. A strong background in manufacturing maintenance and PLC knowledge is preferred.