Lead Maintenance Technician - Electrical & Mechanical

Wheatland Tube, LLC; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Bonus plan

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the Rochelle, IL production facilities. You will perform electrical maintenance on tube mill equipment, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify electrical and mechanical problems are essential. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, maintaining tooling and safety devices, and conducting preventive maintenance and changeovers to maximize uptime

Qualifications

• Requires minimum 5 years in heavy manufacturing maintenance.
• Ability to read blueprints, manuals and schematics.
• Strong electrical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance on equipment following safety procedures (LOTO).
• Ensure guards and safety devices are functional before operation.
• Monitor parts inventory and place orders as needed.
• Read blueprints and diagnose equipment issues using precision tools.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical and quality issues; perform preventive maintenance.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow OSHA standards.
• Support continuous improvement and problem-solving efforts.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring devices

PLC knowledge

Job description

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the Rochelle, IL production facilities. You will perform electrical maintenance on tube mill equipment, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify electrical and mechanical problems are essential. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, maintaining tooling and safety devices, and conducting preventive maintenance and changeovers to maximize uptime