Maintenance Mechanic I

Ecolab Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Glenwood, IL to maintain plant equipment and infrastructure. You will participate in TPM tasks, safety procedures, autonomous maintenance, and focused improvements, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical/electronic systems, performing preventive maintenance, recording non-conformances, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a TPM environment. Shift: Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:30pm, $30/hr.

Qualifications

• HS diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience in an industrial maintenance environment.
• 1 year with electronic and PLC-based applications in an industrial environment.
• 1 year with electrical and mechanical systems in an industrial environment.
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Follow SH&E standards and promote safe, responsible behavior.
• Propose and implement improvements to maintenance practices and product quality.
• Record non-conformances and report to Maintenance Team Leader.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and quality solutions.
• Maximize equipment availability through TPM activities.
• Perform preventive maintenance and equipment repairs, including PLC troubleshooting.
• Complete planned maintenance tasks on time and escalate issues.
• Suggest updates to preventive maintenance tasks as needed.
• Carry out safe repairs and urgent breakdown fixes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical systems

PLC programming

Mechanical systems

Safety procedures

TPM knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive.

Ecolab is seekinga Maintenance Mechanic to join our teamin Glenwood, IL. As a Maintenance Mechanic,you’llberesponsible forapplying Ecolab standards,andensuring safe, sustainable, and efficientoperationstomaintainplant equipment and infrastructure.You willparticipatein essential TPM tasks, including safety and environmental procedures,progressivequality initiatives,autonomousmaintenance,focusedimprovement,preventivemaintenance, and 5S practices.

HowYou’llMake an Impact:

• Understand andcomply withSH&E standards, actively promote safe and responsible behavior, and positively challenge any unsafe practices by completing monthly safety observations
• Proactively propose and implement improvements to existing work practices an d quality of products
• Look for and record non-conformances on equipment and report to Maintenance Team Leader
• Contribute to root cause analysis and develop solutions to help with quality management
• Monitor effectiveness of maintenance activities to maximize equipment availability
• Implement continuous improvement activities via problem solving or tagging activities, contribute fully to TPM improvement teams, and promote a culture of continuous improvement
• Follow standard maintenance procedures, proposing and implementing improvements, and ensuringtimelycompletion of all maintenance tasks. These tasks may consist of electrical, welding, plumbing, troubleshooting on filler equipment, tank and pipes,andpart replacements as well as PLC programming
• Complete all planned and preventative maintenance tasks on-time includingtimelyescalation of potential issues to engineering team
• Propose new preventative maintenance tasks or updates for the existing preventative maintenance tasks
• Carry out safe and effective equipment repairs, including urgent breakdown repairs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Details:

• Plant Location: Glenwood, IL
• Work Week & Shift: Mon - Fri 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Compensation: $30/hr

Minimum Qualifications:

• HighSchoolDiploma,GEDor equivalent
• 2 years of experience working in an industrial maintenance environment
• 1 year of experience with electronic and PLC based applications in an industrial environment
• 1 year of experience with electrical and mechanical systems in an industrial environment
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of mechanical experience in a chemical plant
• 4 years of industrial experience
• 1 year of experience with tools, procedures and methodsutilizedin an industrial maintenance environment
• Experience working with pumps, welding, bearings, electrical safety, forklifts, gears, hydraulics, valves, and rigging
• Formal vocational training in an industrial engineering discipline
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills
• Experience working in a TPM environment
• Ability to track safety, quality, and productivity data
• Experience working in a LeanManufacturing environment

Physical Requirements of Position:

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds chest high
• Kneeling, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reachingabove and below waist level
• Working in a chemical processing plant with variable temperatures, odors, noise levels, elevated heights, and/or confined spaces

Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability.

What’s in it For You:

• Starting on Day 1 : Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!
• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environment
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

About Ecolab:

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at ournearly threemillion customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed toeliminatingunnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $23.99 - $35.99. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affiantive Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.