Maintenance Electrical Technician II- 1st or 2nd Shift

Gleason Corporation; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gleason Corporation in Loves Park, IL is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician II to perform advanced electrical and mechanical repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance under supervision. The role emphasizes fault-finding using schematics, PLC concepts, VFDs, and CNC-related processes.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of electro-mechanical maintenance experience, strong teamwork and communication skills, and a safety-conscious mindset.

Qualifications

• Certificate or degree in Electro-Mechanical Technologies.
• 2–5 years of experience in electro-mechanical maintenance.
• Basic computer skills (Word/Excel/Outlook) helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced electrical/mechanical repairs, upgrades, modifications, and preventive maintenance.
• Interpret schematics and fault-finding using OEM documents.
• Work with PLC programming concepts and electrical controls.
• Operate CNC-related understanding for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Dependability

Problem solving

Time management

Initiative

Education

Certificate or degree in Electro-Mechanical Technologies

Tools

SAP

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is the equivalent of a “Tradesperson” and performs job responsibilities as designated by the department supervisor. Maintenance Supervisor will determine the employee’s appropriate job level & position based on the job description competencies. The Maintenance Technician II (Electrical) position meets all the requirements of the Maintenance Technician I (Electrical) criteria.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under general supervision, the employee will perform an advanced level of assignments for electrical/mechanical repairs, installation of upgrades/modifications, and preventative maintenance activities. Employee should understand and be able to perform the following:

• Electrical Schematics/Electro-Mechanical – Ability to interpret and conduct fault-finding activities by use of this document type. All predominant OEM types.
• Programmable Logic Control/PLC – Demonstrates the ability to interpret (use of schematics) and utilize I/O designations for the purpose of fault-finding. Can (with assistance) upload and create archives of program software. All predominant OEM types.
• Variable Frequency Drive/VFD – Demonstrates understanding of functional theory, perform fault-finding tasks to determine root cause (within the circuit whole), and facilitate component replacement. Can (with assistance) upload and create archives of program software. All OEM types.
• Computer Numeric Control/CNC – Can navigate widely utilized control types (e.g., Fanuc & Siemens) for use of the maintenance associated partitions (e.g., servo motor current, I/O data address status, axis position) for the purpose of fault-finding and conducting select P.M. types.
• Heidenhain Test Equipment – Ability to utilize equipment to the full design capacities (PWM 9, 21, or latest edition) as apply to integrated applications, and interpret test results (with assistance) for the purpose of fault-finding and root cause assessment.
• Equipment Calibration – Can perform calibration of equipment with 2 axis interpolation.
• Hydraulic & Pneumatic power systems – Possesses advanced knowledge of schematic interpretation, and system integration for the purpose of fault-finding, facilitation of repair and performance of P.M. events. All predominant OEM types.
• Mechanical Assemblies – Demonstrates advanced knowledge of design, and integration of systems for the purpose of fault-finding, facilitation of repair and performance of P.M events e.g., bearings, ball screws, fluid pumps, and clutch systems

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Certificate or degree in the discipline of Electro-Mechanical Technologies. Experience: 2 – 5 years Computer Skills Basic computer skills helpful in Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook. Understanding of SAP helpful. Other Requirements Good verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work in a team environment with different personality & cultural traits.Safety conscious.DependabilityShift flexibility to assist with business needs, coverage for vacations and/or illness related absences. Demonstrates competencies with Accountability, Accuracy, Analytical skills, Autonomy, Initiative, Judgement, Problem Solving, Reliability, Technical Aptitude, and Time Management. Practice and follow the Gleason Business Philosophy (GBP) and be knowledgeable in the company’s ISO 9001 & 14001 targets, objectives, and goals. Have a clear understanding of your departmental work instructions and processes. Employee is required to learn, understand, and practice Lean Manufacturing principles within our facility. Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral, Depth Perception) Sense of Sound (Listen for Machine cycles, etc.) Sense of Touch Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Gloves, Safety Glasses, Steel Toe Shoes. Note: Potential of routine wrist motion exists.)