Lead Maintenance Technician

Corporate Resources of Illinois; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in Schaumburg, IL is seeking an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician to ensure smooth operations of plant machinery. The role involves hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation of new equipment, while fostering a strong safety culture within the team. The position offers competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits including 401K with match, and significant growth potential.

Benefits

401K with match

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

3 Weeks PTO

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in maintenance within manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Solid electrical knowledge up to 480V; familiarity with state and national codes.
• Ability to read schematics and perform preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on machines and equipment.
• Install and set up new equipment while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
• Keep thorough maintenance logs and perform regular inspections.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training

Tools

Multimeters

Lathe

Milling machine

Welding tools

Job description

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Corporate Resources of Illinois provided pay range

This range is provided by Corporate Resources of Illinois. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in Schaumburg, IL is hiring a Lead Maintenance Technician.

Lead Maintenance Technician - Schaumburg, IL

Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 6am – 3pm (some flexibility required)

Hourly Wage: $35- $45/Hour + Time and a Half Overtime

Growth Potential, 401K w/Match, Top of the Line Health/Vision/Dental, 3 Weeks PTO

Overview:

We're looking for an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician to help keep our plant running smoothly. In this role, you'll be hands-on with machines, equipment, and facility systems—making sure everything is operating safely and efficiently. You'll be a go-to person for troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance, playing a big part in keeping production on track and downtime to a minimum.

This role is more than just fixing machines—it's about being part of a team that keeps everything moving. If you're a hands-on problem solver with a strong mechanical background and a safety-first mindset, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Functions of the Lead Maintenance Technician:

• Keep equipment running, focusing on preventative maintenance
• Install new equipment and make sure it's set up correctly, including running utilities like power and air.
• Use schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and manuals to diagnose and fix equipment issues.
• Inspect machines regularly and take care of tasks like cleaning, lubricating, and calibrating to prevent problems before they start.
• Repair or replace broken parts—motors, belts, gears, sensors, etc.—and keep things running smoothly.
• Troubleshoot and fix problems by jumping in quickly when equipment breaks down and help get production back on track.
• Tackle complex problems, figure out root causes, and come up with smart, efficient fixes.
• Work closely with other maintenance team members to solve issues and share what you’ve learned.
• Help build and follow a scheduled maintenance program to keep machines in top shape.
• Log repairs, inspections, and part replacements so we have a clear maintenance history.
• Close out work orders and follow maintenance processes from start to finish.
• Maintain key systems in the plant—lighting, HVAC, plumbing, etc.
• Fix issues around the facility that could impact safety, comfort, or productivity.
• Always follow safety rules and procedures while working on equipment.
• Watch out for safety hazards and report them right away.
• Take part in safety training and help build a strong safety culture.
• Partner with production and engineering teams to understand equipment needs and fix issues fast.
• Keep supervisors and teammates in the loop about repairs and equipment status.
• Help fellow techs troubleshoot and learn from each other.
• Look for ways to make equipment run better, faster, and longer.
• Offer suggestions for upgrades and process improvements that benefit the whole plant.

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent (tech/vocational training is a big plus).
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Solid electrical knowledge—up to 480V—and familiarity with state and national codes.
• Comfortable reading schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and manuals.
• Experience fabricating parts with tools like lathes, mills, and basic welding.
• Skilled in troubleshooting with multimeters—able to diagnose relays, motors, fuses, shorts/grounds, etc.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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