Industrial Maintenance Technician – Production Equipment

Journal Star; Illinois; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Uniforms provided

Medical insurance

401(k)

Full‑time employment

Job summary

Journal Star in Peoria, IL seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to join a fast-paced production environment, with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills. The role includes maintenance of production equipment and building systems, plus on‑call readiness to support live production.

Ideal candidates have electrical troubleshooting experience, ability to read schematics, and basic computer skills. Welding/plumbing experience is a plus; a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Electrical/electronic troubleshooting experience required.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Welding and plumbing experience are a plus.
• Willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment (top priority).
• Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery.
• Inspect and maintain building HVAC systems and facilities.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns during live production.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation (24/7 as needed).

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Welding and plumbing (plus)

Willingness to learn

Job description

Journal Star in Peoria, IL seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to join a fast-paced production environment, with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills. The role includes maintenance of production equipment and building systems, plus on‑call readiness to support live production.

Ideal candidates have electrical troubleshooting experience, ability to read schematics, and basic computer skills. Welding/plumbing experience is a plus; a valid driver’s license is required.