Maintenance Mechanic - Plant Systems & Equipment

Sun-Chemical; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit increases

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) + match

Life insurance

Job summary

Sun Chemical in Illinois is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform routine, emergency and preventive maintenance on office and plant equipment, machines and building facilities.

You will read blueprints, work with pumps, boilers, HVAC, air compressors, and lifts, and ensure safe, efficient operation.

The role offers competitive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, and opportunities for skills development in a large global group.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blue prints, sketches and equipment manuals.
• Knowledge of pipe fitting, electrical wiring and general mechanics.
• Must be experienced in all facets of maintenance - mechanical, electrical, building, & vehicle repair.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance.
• Work on office and plant equipment, machines and building facilities.
• Assist in maintaining plant security.
• Maintain work area, equipment and tools.
• Dispose of waste per company policies.
• Assist in plant Self Safety and ASI inspections.
• Assist in general plant cleaning and general appearance.
• Comply with all OSHA required activities for PIT.
• Operate floor scrubber.
• Must perform up to 60% of procedures within department.
• Comply with all company/department safety rules and procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical maintenance

Math aptitude

Pumps and piping

Boilers/steam systems

HVAC knowledge

Lift truck operation

Tools

Pumps (positive displacement & centrifugal)

Boilers (steam condensate systems)

Air compressor systems

HVAC systems

Forklifts (electric)

Job description

Sun Chemical in Illinois is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform routine, emergency and preventive maintenance on office and plant equipment, machines and building facilities.

You will read blueprints, work with pumps, boilers, HVAC, air compressors, and lifts, and ensure safe, efficient operation.

The role offers competitive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, and opportunities for skills development in a large global group.