Maintenance Specialist

Dev; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking skilled maintenance professionals in Pontiac, Illinois. The role involves performing expert maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment while utilizing predictive technologies for analysis. Candidates should possess significant experience in the field, ideally backed by a technical degree. Compliance with safety standards and the ability to train less experienced technicians are essential for this role. Strong problem-solving skills are critical to support improvements in maintenance practices.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience in the specific industry or 10 years of experience.
• Proficiency in performing predictive technologies like vibration analysis.
• Ability to analyze problems and synthesize alternative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert level maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and analyze complex control systems.
• Lead continuous improvement activities using CI tools.

Skills

Predictive technologies proficiency

Problem analysis and repair

Electrical and mechanical systems understanding

Use of hand and specialized tools

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent (GED)

Associates degree with a Technical focus

Tools

Vibration analysis tools

Laser interferometer

Machining tools (lathe, drill press)

Job description

Jobs for Humanity is partnering with Advanced Technology Services to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.

Company Name: Advanced Technology Services

Job Description

Founded in 1985, ATS is a company with a presence in the United States, Mexico and the United Kingdom. We are professionals in Industrial Maintenance and we make factories run better.

• Performs expert level break-fix & preventive maintenance, and/or design of mechanical, and electrical equipment improvements as well as complex systems as the employee’s job specialty requires. Provides troubleshooting support on equipment and technical support on production lines as appropriate for the employee’s job specialty. Maintains in-depth technical knowledge of numerous systems as the employee’s job specialty requires. Performs research and procedures as the employee’s job specialty requires.
• Programs, troubleshoots and analyzes complex control systems to resolve in-depth software/ hardware and configuration problems.
• Utilizes predictive equipment and interprets results for analysis, equipment condition assessment, troubleshooting and proactive maintenance. Including but not limited to infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, power quality analysis, laser interferometry, ball bar, and vibration analysis.
• Leads, drives and participates in CI activities--processes, results and cost savings using CI tools and methodology.
• Identifies and sources parts, supplies and repair items as necessary. Suggests alternative items and engineered solutions to improve reliability.
• Independently performs maintenance as per industry standards.
• Complies with 5S and housekeeping standards.
• May be required to setup and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts. May perform welding tasks.
• Studies and investigates technical and systems methods, tools, and innovations that can be implemented in ATS sites to improve maintenance practices and updates documentation.
• Prepares input for cost analysis for new equipment, repair/rebuild proposals, cost savings and innovations as required.
• Updates records and reviews CMMS history and analyzes data.
• Provides technical contents of sales quotations and performs T&M duties as required.
• Trains and coaches less proficient technician. Assumes project manager responsibilities as assigned.
• Completes and conducts on-the-job training and technical self-study programs for career development.
• Follows all safety related policies, rules, regulations, technical instructions and guidelines.
• Situational awareness and identify unsafe behaviors and conditions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Behaviors Required

• High School Graduate or equivalent (GED).
• Associates degree with a Technical focus and 7 years of related experience in specific industry; or, 10 years of experience in specific industry.
• Proficiency in predictive technologies including vibration analysis or laser interferometer operations, precision alignments, and maintenance of applicable process equipment.
• Understands electrical, mechanical, fluid power and control systems. Can analyze the problem, synthesize alternative solutions, and perform repairs.
• Must be able to use hand tools and specialized tools as appropriate.
• May be required to travel.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, ascend/descend or balance to heights that may require a ladder or lift; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in confined spaces; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to use close vision and color vision. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. Work is typically performed in a factory environment and is usually very loud. In the factory environment, the employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and/or greasy or slippery factory floors.

ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of age, color, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other legally protected status.