Maintenance Mechanic — PLCs, Pumps & Automation (1st Shift)

FUCHS PETROLUB SE; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fuchs Lubricants Co. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for our Harvey, IL facility. This role focuses on repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment to ensure safe, reliable operations.

It is a 1st shift position, 7:00 am–3:30 pm, with overtime potential. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, motor control troubleshooting, instrumentation, PLC systems, welding, piping, and repair of mobile equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 5+ years of experience.
• Technical certification is a plus.
• Experience in automation and fabrication is required.
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• High proficiency in electrical systems.
• Experience with welding and piping assembly.
• Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and complete work orders.
• Troubleshoot motor control systems and replace defective devices.
• Troubleshoot pumps, agitators, compressors, and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation including flow and pressure transmitters.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and interlocks.
• Maintain compliance with Illinois safety standards and facilities systems.
• Repair mechanical seals and perform fabrication and piping work.
• Repair mobile equipment such as forklifts and aerial lifts.
• Follow site safety procedures and permit processes.
• Respond to ASRS fault codes and interface with Savannah WMS.
• Perform electrical wiring of motors, drives, and instrumentation devices.
• Troubleshoot fault alarms and assist FT Batch program.
• Assist in other departmental duties as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC programming

Welding

Piping

Instrumentation

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Technical School Certification

Tools

Manager+ system

PLC programming software

Electrical schematics tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Fuchs Lubricants Co. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for our Harvey, IL facility. This role focuses on repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment to ensure safe, reliable operations.

It is a 1st shift position, 7:00 am–3:30 pm, with overtime potential. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, motor control troubleshooting, instrumentation, PLC systems, welding, piping, and repair of mobile equipment.