Maintenance Tech

Kloeckner; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Health insurance – Medical/Presctipion

Vision

Health Savings Account

Wellness Stipend

Paid Life insurance

Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance

Adoption Assistance (Financial)

Adoption & Fertility NavigationSupport

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount

Job summary

Kloeckner is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure essential equipment and machinery stay in optimal condition. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose and repair mechanical issues, and coordinate with the team to minimize downtime.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of industrial maintenance experience, with strong troubleshooting and a focus on safety and quality. This on-site role carries a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; 4–6 years related experience.
• Industrial maintenance experience with pneumatics and conveyors.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to pass physical examination (vision, hearing, mobility).
• Familiarity with ISO standards and quality management concepts.
• Reliable, independent worker with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on motors, conveyors, and production machinery following diagrams and safety protocols.
• Diagnose mechanical problems by observing equipment in operation and using measuring tools.
• Dismantle devices to replace defective parts with hoists, cranes, and hand tools.
• Inspect parts for dimensional changes using calipers and micrometers.
• Adjust components and control instruments with hand tools and levels.
• Reduce downtime by scheduling maintenance during non-production periods.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop equipment.
• Manage inventories using a Kanban system and verify receipts.
• Share maintenance information and respond to questions from team members.
• Prepare maintenance reports and analyze trend data.
• Stay current with technical knowledge through training and publications.
• Document actions and needs to ensure continuity across teams.
• Collaborate with team members and adapt to assignments as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Blueprint reading

Problem diagnosis

Safety protocols

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Vocational maintenance training

Job description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing essential maintenance services, addressing immediate operational and safety concerns, and ensuring all equipment and machinery remain in optimal working condition. This role may involve collaboration with other Maintenance Technicians or operate under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Manager. The Maintenance Technician reports to the Operations Manager.

Summary of Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance: Complete preventative maintenance tasks on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machinery, following diagrams and sketches. Troubleshoot malfunctions while adhering to established safety protocols
• Problem Diagnosis: Identify the sources of mechanical problems by observing devices in operation, listening for issues, and using precision measuring and testing instruments
• Part Replacement: Dismantle devices to remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, and hand tools. Examine and assess the condition of parts
• Dimensional Inspection: Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools
• Adjustment: Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straight edges
• Downtime Management: Minimize downtime by informing production workers of routine preventative maintenance techniques and scheduling maintenance during non-production periods
• Fabrication: Fabricate repair parts using machine shop instrumentation and equipment
• Inventory Management: Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by determining needs, using a Kanban system, placing orders, and verifying receipts
• Resource Conservation: Use maintenance resources efficiently to achieve job results
• Information Sharing: Provide mechanical maintenance information by responding to questions and requests
• Reporting: Prepare maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information trends
• Knowledge Maintenance: Stay updated with technical knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and establishing professional networks
• Documentation: Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs to ensure continuity among work teams
• Team Contribution: Contribute to team efforts by cooperating with members, accepting reassignments, and accomplishing related results as needed
• Additional Duties: Perform other related tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 1+ years maintaining industrial equipment, preferably in a metals service center or related industry
• Expertise: Proficient in mechanical troubleshooting with a strong aptitude for mechanical systems
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent, with 4-6 years of job-related experience. Vocational training or certification in industrial maintenance is preferred
• Industrial Maintenance: Prior experience with industrial maintenance, including pneumatics, conveyor systems, and general mechanical engineering
• Skills: Excellent troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude, strong coordination, and organizational skills
• Knowledge: Understanding of ISO standards, quality management principles, material processing, and warehousing
• Communication: Strong math, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to meet workflow requirements and shipping schedules
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history and ability to work independently
• Physical Examination: Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility
• Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks

Compensation

$25 - $28 hourly

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Health insurance – Medical/Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Wellness Stipend
• Paid Life insurance
• Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Adoption Assistance (Financial)
• Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount

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