Maintenance Tech

Timken; Illinois; On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

STD and LTD

Health savings account

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid Parental leave

Referral program

...and much more!

Job summary

Timken Aurora Bearing Company seeks a Maintenance Mechanic in Illinois to maintain and repair equipment, and buildings, following safety, quality and productivity standards. You will troubleshoot, install, repair, and modify machinery, while coordinating with supervisors and other departments.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of manufacturing maintenance experience, 480V and CNC familiarity, and own tools. We offer comprehensive benefits with starting Day 1, and a competitive hourly wage of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree or mechanical certifications preferred.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience with 480-volt systems is a plus.
• CNC troubleshooting experience preferred; basic electrical and hydraulic skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair equipment and building grounds to strict safety and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery, install and modify fixtures and processes.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and work orders; ensure clean, safe work area.
• Coordinate with other departments and vendors; manage parts inventory.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Own tools

Forklift operation

CNC experience

Stand/walk 8+ hours

HVAC knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or certifications (mechanical)

Tools

480V experience

Job description

What Timken makes possible begins with you.
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 20,000 people in 46 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

We're passionate about applying our expertise to engineer and manufacture applications that will perform in the most challenging environments. Every day, more than 20,000 associates around the world collaborate to deliver unique solutions and unparalleled value to our customers.

Timken Aurora Bearing Company is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic that will p erform a variety of functions to maintain and repair equipment, and our building and grounds while adhering to the safety, quality and productivity standards of Timken Aurora Bearing Company.

Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Perform all duties as assigned in a safe and efficient manner with an emphasis on quality. Follow Company and departmental procedures, including regular attendance and punctuality. Follow all safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition. Report any unusual conditions or situations to Lead Person or Supervisor.
• Work with other maintenance personnel to trouble shoot, repair, rebuild, install, move, modify, and fabricate equipment system fixtures and processes.
• Follow verbal and/or written instructions including but not limited to; service, parts maintenance, manuals, exploding view, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical drawings, and work orders.
• Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and repairs including diagnosis of machinery and systems; equipment/site layout support, fabrication, welding, plumbing, piping, wiring, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, painting, etc. in accordance with business needs,
• Apply communication skills to relay information to others regarding job assignments, and training skills to train others inside and outside the department.
• Request purchase requisitions for repair parts. Keep departmental records as assigned. Responsible for portions of department inventory, work with outside vendors in person or by phone.
• Work with Supervisor, Lead Person, or operator of other departments in order to analyze equipment problems.
• Adhere to all lockout/tagout procedures and recognize the 5 forms of energy and how to control them.
• Maintain facility requirements and work with outside service people as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
• High School Diploma or GED required, associate degree or certifications with mechanical focus preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing environment as maintenance mechanic, with 3-5 years preferred experience
• Experience with 480 voltage a plus.
• Troubleshooting CNC experience preferred.
• Ability to stand and walk 8 or more hours per day.
• Forklift and scissor lift experience preferred but will train.
• Ability to work from ladders or platforms.
• Must have own tools to perform all facets of job responsibilities listed.
• General HVAC knowledge a plus.

Benefits (most starting Day 1 of employment):

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• STD and LTD
• Health savings account (with company provided contribution)
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Parental leave
• Referral program
• ...and much more!

The hourly rate of pay for this position is $26.50 -$30.21 per hour and is commensurate on experience and education. This full-time position is eligible to participate in the paid time off plan, 401k, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
  
• A culture of top performance
  
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
  
• A conviction to improve communities around us
  
• Competitive salary and benefits
  

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