Industrial Services Tech

PDS Tech Commercial; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary benefits

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an Industrial Services Technician to support operation, monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of boilers, refrigeration, compressed air, HVAC, and water treatment systems in a manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 1–2 years of experience with industrial utility systems, strong mechanical skills, safety focus, and good communication.

Available shifts include 2nd and 3rd, with overtime as needed; pay is $40 per hour plus

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of experience operating, maintaining, or repairing industrial utility systems.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions, schematics, and operating procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and support utility systems throughout the facility.
• Safely start up, adjust, and shut down equipment as required.
• Monitor system performance, gauges, alarms, temperatures, pressures, and fluid levels.
• Perform routine inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot utility equipment and identify potential operational issues.
• Support maintenance and repair activities for pumps, valves, motors, compressors, controls, and related equipment.
• Respond to equipment alarms and system malfunctions.
• Maintain accurate operating logs, maintenance records, and inspection documentation.
• Communicate equipment conditions and operational concerns to maintenance and production teams.
• Assist with system upgrades, equipment improvements, and facility projects.
• Participate in continuous improvement, TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S initiatives.
• Follow all safety, environmental, quality, and operational procedures.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking an Industrial Services Technician to support the operation, monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of critical utility systems within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for helping ensure the reliable operation of boilers, refrigeration systems, compressed air systems, HVAC equipment, water treatment systems, and other facility utilities essential to production operations.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and eager to develop technical expertise while working in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and support utility systems throughout the facility.

• Safely start up, adjust, and shut down equipment as required.

• Monitor system performance, gauges, alarms, temperatures, pressures, and fluid levels.

• Perform routine inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and preventive maintenance activities.

• Troubleshoot utility equipment and identify potential operational issues.

• Support maintenance and repair activities for pumps, valves, motors, compressors, controls, and related equipment.

• Respond to equipment alarms and system malfunctions.

• Maintain accurate operating logs, maintenance records, and inspection documentation.

• Communicate equipment conditions and operational concerns to maintenance and production teams.

• Assist with system upgrades, equipment improvements, and facility projects.

• Participate in continuous improvement, TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S initiatives.

• Follow all safety, environmental, quality, and operational procedures.

Utility Systems Supported

• Steam and Hot Water Boilers

• Refrigeration Systems (Ammonia Preferred)

• Compressed Air Systems

• HVAC Systems

• Water Treatment Systems

• Glycol Systems

• Condensate and Steam Distribution Systems

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

• 1-2 years of experience operating, maintaining, or repairing industrial utility systems.

• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to read and follow technical instructions, schematics, and operating procedures.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with boiler operations.

• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems.

• Experience with HVAC systems and utility equipment.

• Knowledge of steam, condensate, and water treatment systems.

• Familiarity with electrical controls and industrial automation.

• Manufacturing, food production, or industrial plant experience.

What You'll Bring

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• Problem-solving mindset.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Commitment to safe work practices.

• Reliability and strong teamwork skills.

• Continuous improvement mentality and willingness to learn.

Schedule Requirements

• Ability to work assigned shifts and overtime as needed.

• Availability for weekends and off-shift coverage when required.

Available Shifts

• 2nd Shift (2p-10:30p)

• 3rd Shift (10p-6a)

Pay Details:

$40.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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