Maintenance Mechanic

100Hires, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Long-term opportunity

Growth within the company

Job summary

Nexus Employment Solutions Plus is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Electrical & Mechanical for a manufacturing facility. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing industrial equipment, maintaining electrical and mechanical systems, and supporting safe, reliable production operations.

The candidate will work with 3-phase systems up to 450V–480V, perform preventive maintenance, and follow strict LOTO procedures.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in industrial maintenance in manufacturing.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with 3-phase systems up to 450V–480V.
• Strong mechanical maintenance and repair skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and manuals to guide repairs.
• Lockout/Tagout procedures before maintenance and servicing.
• Assist with installations, modifications, and upgrades as needed.
• Document maintenance activities, parts usage, and issues.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Root cause analysis

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

Tools

VFDs

Industrial power distribution

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Electrical & MechanicalNexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc.is hiring a **Maintenance Technician – Electrical & Mechanical **for a manufacturing facility.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional with strongelectrical troubleshooting, mechanical maintenance, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)skills. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing industrial equipment, maintaining electrical and mechanical systems, and supporting safe, reliable production operations.Schedule & PayShift:11:00 PM – 7:00 AMPay:$30.00 per hourFull-time hours availableMust be available to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as neededKey ResponsibilitiesElectrical Diagnostics:Troubleshoot, test, and repair industrial low- and high-voltage power distribution systems, including 3-phase circuits up to 450V–480V, motor starters, VFDs, electrical panels, sensors, and control systems.Mechanical Maintenance:Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machinery, conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, and other mechanical components.Diagnose electrical and mechanical equipment failures and identify root causes to minimize production downtime.Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.Safely performLockout/Tagout (LOTO)procedures before maintenance, repair, or servicing of equipment.Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals.Test electrical components and circuits using appropriate diagnostic and test equipment.Repair, replace, and install motors, controls, sensors, switches, electrical components, and mechanical parts.Assist with equipment installations, modifications, rebuilds, and upgrades.Respond to emergency equipment breakdowns and provide timely troubleshooting and repairs.Document maintenance activities, repairs, parts usage, and equipment issues.Work closely with production and maintenance personnel to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.Follow all company safety policies, electrical safety procedures, and LOTO requirements.Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.RequirementsMinimum of 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.Experience working with3-phase electrical systems up to 450V–480V.Strong mechanical maintenance and repair skills.Experience troubleshooting motors, motor starters, VFDs, electrical panels, sensors, and control systems.Knowledge of and hands-on experience withLockout/Tagout (LOTO)procedures.Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.Experience using electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.Ability to work safely around energized and mechanical equipment in accordance with established safety procedures.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.Must be available to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as needed.Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may be hot, cold, wet, noisy, or physically demanding.Strong communication and organizational skills.Benefits of Working with Nexus Employment$30.00 per hour11:00 PM – 7:00 AM shiftWeekly payFull-time hours availableLong-term opportunityFast-paced, team-oriented work environmentOpportunity to grow within the companyHow to ApplyApply in person at the Nexus Employment Solutions Plus Niles location.Nexus Employment Solutions Plus7900 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 12Niles, IL 60714Please bring 2 forms of identification when applying.AI DisclosureOur recruitment process may include AI-assisted tools to support candidate evaluation. These tools do not replace human decision-making. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.