Industrial Mechanic - Electrical - 1st shift

Liberty Tire Recycling; Godfrey (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Liberty Tire Recycling's IMC division seeks an Industrial Mechanic - Electrical for the Godfrey, IL facility on the 1st shift. The role involves hands-on maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems, conveyors, and equipment, with a focus on safe, efficient operations.

ExpectMonday to Friday schedule with potential nights/weekends as needed. The ideal candidate has experience with 480V 3-phase motors, motor control, and PLCs; electrical certification or related trade training is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in mechanical/electrical repair within a manufacturing environment, conveyors preferred.
• Familiarity with 480V 3-phase motors and high-voltage wiring.
• Proficiency with motor control systems; PLC programming preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Service trailers and repair/replace industrial equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices.
• Maintain and repair conveyor systems: install belts, tighten, align, replace parts.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures and safety guidelines.
• Work with team to complete tasks safely and efficiently.

Skills

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Conveyor maintenance

High-voltage wiring

PLC programming

Education

Electrical certification

Technical/trade school training

Tools

Motor control systems

Industrial machinery maintenance

Job description

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Industrial Mechanic - Electrical - 1st shift

Regular Full-Time Direct Godfrey, IL, US

Salary Range: $35.00 To $40.00 Hourly

** $3,000 SIGN ON BONUS **

About Us:

IMC Products a subsidiary company of Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.

Job Summary:

IMC Outdoor Living is seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Godfrey, IL facility. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining and repairing a variety of equipment and systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations. This position requires a hands-on approach to troubleshooting and servicing mechanical and electrical systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 6:00am - 4:30pm

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of maintenance tasks including electrical and mechanical repairs, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance of equipment and systems.
• Service trailers and repair and replace industrial equipment as needed.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.
• Maintain and repair conveyor systems: install belts, tighten, adjust, straighten, align, and replace parts.
• Perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to ensure safe working conditions.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Ensure that all work is completed following safety guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to work in awkward, confined spaces, using proper lifting and rigging techniques for heavy objects.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include extreme temperatures, hazardous equipment, and slippery surfaces.
• Be self-motivated and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 3 years of experience in mechanical/electrical repair within a manufacturing environment (with conveyors preferred).
• Familiarity with high-voltage wiring, especially 480V 3-phase motors.
• Knowledge and experience with motor control systems (preferred).
• Proficiency in multi-craft maintenance and repair, with a focus on both electrical and mechanical systems.
• Programming PLC's ** preferred but not required**
• Ability to lift 15 to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and stretching.
• Willingness to work in challenging environments with extreme temperatures, humidity, and hazardous equipment.
• Availability to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Strong commitment to safety policies and procedures, minimizing risk to self and others

Education and Experience:

• At least two years of electrical training or experience in mechanical/electrical repair within a manufacturing environment
• Industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, technical trade school, electrical certification
• Must have previous electrical experience, troubleshooting machine failures and electrical control circuits
• Previous experience with industrial machinery and equipment maintenance.

EEO Statement:

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.