Machine Shop Maintenance Technician

Dukane IAS LLC; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dukane IAS LLC in St. Charles, IL is seeking an experienced Machine Shop Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair machinery in the shop.

The role requires skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and reading schematics. Responsibilities include establishing a PM plan, servicing CNC machines, coordinating with OEMs, fabricating repair parts, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of industrial or machine shop maintenance experience.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; strong troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with CMMS software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute a Preventive Maintenance plan.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on shop equipment (manual and CNC machines, lathes, mills, grinders).
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Coordinate with OEM repair technicians for in-house equipment repairs.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools as needed.
• Disassemble/reassemble machinery to replace defective components.
• Test and inspect repaired components with precision instruments.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Maintain maintenance records and manage spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime.
• Assist in installation, relocation, and setup of new equipment.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Pneumatic

Hydraulic

Schematics

Troubleshooting

CMMS

Manuals

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/Apprenticeship

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: ST CHARLES, IL 60174Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/GED or equivalent experienceSalary Range: $22.00 - $33.30 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Installation - Maint - RepairGeneral Position Description and Purpose

General Position Description and Purpose

The Machine Shop Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on all machinery and mechanical equipment within the machine shop. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, maximizing operational efficiency, and ensuring a safe and compliant working environment. The technician must be skilled in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and capable of reading and interpreting technical manuals and schematics.

Primary Functions

• Establish and execute a Preventive Maintenance (PM) plan following the manufacturer's recommendations and timely task completion.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on shop equipment, including manual and CNC machines, lathes, mills, grinders, and other equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Interface with OEM repair technicians and service personnel to direct timely repair of in-house equipment.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop tools such as lathes and milling machines as necessary.
• Disassemble and reassemble machinery to replace defective components using appropriate tools and lifting equipment.
• Test and inspect repaired components using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Conduct safety checks and comply with OSHA and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using manual and/or computer systems.
• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate reordering.
• Collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance and minimize downtime.
• Assist in the installation, relocation, and setup of new equipment.

Physical and Visual Activities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods
• Capability to lift 50–100 pounds with or without assistance
• Comfortable working in a noisy and dusty manufacturing environment
• Ability to work at heights using ladders or lifts
• Requires close vision and depth perception for precision work

QualificationsMinimum Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical degree or apprenticeship in industrial maintenance preferred

Minimum Experience Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in industrial or machine shop maintenance
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills