Maintenance Handyman 3rd

Danfoss; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring & training

Global opportunities

Flexibility & autonomy

Inclusive culture

Annual bonus

Job summary

Danfoss has a 3rd shift Maintenance Handyman Technician opening in Freeport, IL. This on-site role supports routine maintenance and housekeeping across manufacturing and office areas under the Team Leader.

The pay range is $22.65 to $26.93 per hour, with a 10% 3rd shift premium. Responsibilities include operating evaporator systems, managing dump stations, handling minor repairs, maintaining air-flow balance, and supporting recycling programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and schematics; present information to leadership and technicians.

Responsibilities

• Operate evaporator system and manage dump stations; coordinate disposal of hazardous material with Plant safety lead.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance; manage mop dump stations and floor soap areas.
• Balance air-flow readings in ducts and replace belts as needed; assist with forklift duties and janitorial tasks.
• Support recycling programs including coolant recycling, tank movements and sump pump-outs.

Skills

Reading schematics

Mathematical calculation

Communication with leadership

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Experience Level: Hourly Paid

Maintenance Handyman 3rd

Req ID: 52781 Job Location: Freeport IL, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations Work Location Type: On-site Job Experience Level: Hourly Paid Job Description

The Impact You'll Make

Danfoss has an immediate opportunity for a 3rd Shift Maintenance Handyman Technician to join the diverse team in Freeport, IL. As assigned by the Team Leader/Facilitator, this role involves performing duties related to routine maintenance and housekeeping in manufacturing and office areas. The pay range for this position is $22.65 - $26.93, with a 3rd shift premium of 10%.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operates evaporator system managing the dump stations and evaporators. Coordinates with Plant site Safety Leader the disposal of hazardous material; solvents and sludge.
• Responsible for managing mop dump stations and floor soap dispensing areas. Performs minor mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Maintaining Aercology/Torit/Smog Hog systems. This may involve filter changes, unit cleaning, or belt replacement. Also taking air-flow readings in the ducts to balance the system, which requires sheave replacement.
• Using forklift to remove dumpster, perform janitorial duties. Performs general grounds care; trash pick-up, parking lot cleaning, snow shoveling, etc.
• Supporting Fluid Managed recycling program which may involve coolant recycling, tank moving and cleaning, sump pump-outs etc.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma/equivalent (GED) or equivalent experience. General knowledge of housekeeping and maintenance is required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and schematics. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Leadership, customers & service technicians is required.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume are required. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry are required.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

What You'll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits likeannual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in areas such as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, marine, and on- and off-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, heat recovery, as well as contribute to district energy solutions for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned and employs over 39,000 people. We create long-term value for our customers in more than 100 countries with a global footprint of around 100 factories.