Maintenance Mechanic

Cindavi; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cindavi is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support manufacturing operations in Wheeling, IL. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial equipment, applying machining, welding, and fabrication skills to restore performance and minimize downtime.

This is a fully onsite role requiring hands-on mechanical work, precision, and the ability to carry repairs from diagnosis to operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years hands-on industrial maintenance and repair experience; 3–5 years preferred.
• Practical machining and welding/fabrication experience; ability to make/modify parts.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical equipment failures, dismantle machinery, repair and verify operation.
• Machine, modify, fabricate, or repair industrial components to restore functionality.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints using precision measuring tools.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on manufacturing equipment; identify worn/damaged parts.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Machining

Welding

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Precision measurement

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Are you the kind of mechanic who would rather fix a broken machine than wait for a replacement part? We're looking for a hands‑on Maintenance Mechanic who knows how to diagnose equipment failures, work with precision, and make or modify parts when needed. If you enjoy combining mechanical troubleshooting with machining and fabrication, this is an opportunity to put those skills to work in a busy manufacturing environment.

Job Summary

We're hiring a Maintenance Mechanic to support our manufacturing operations in Wheeling, IL. You'll troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial equipment while using machining, welding, and fabrication skills to restore equipment performance and minimize downtime.

This is a fully onsite opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on mechanical work, takes pride in precision, and can independently carry repairs through from diagnosis to successful operation.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose mechanical equipment failures, dismantle machinery, perform repairs, and verify that equipment is operating correctly.
• Machine, modify, fabricate, or repair industrial equipment components to restore functionality and support production needs.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints, using precision measuring tools to ensure accurate part dimensions and fit.
• Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs on manufacturing equipment, identifying worn or damaged components and addressing equipment issues.
• Work alongside maintenance and production personnel to resolve equipment problems and support reliable manufacturing operations.

What You'll Bring

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of hands‑on industrial maintenance and repair experience, with 3–5 years preferred.
• Practical machining and/or welding and fabrication experience, including personally making, modifying, or repairing equipment parts.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, including diagnosing failures, dismantling equipment, completing repairs, and verifying proper operation.
• Experience reading blueprints and using precision measuring instruments to produce or fit parts accurately, including working with tight tolerances of ±0.001 inch.
• Experience maintaining and repairing industrial manufacturing machinery, preferably in metal forming, aluminum manufacturing, plastics processing, packaging, or similar production environments.

You'll have the opportunity to apply your mechanical expertise in a manufacturing environment where precision, troubleshooting, and hands‑on problem‑solving make a meaningful difference.

If you're a skilled Maintenance Mechanic who enjoys working with machinery, solving mechanical problems, and making repairs that last, we'd love to hear from you.