Maintenance Technician

Franklin Display Group; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Display Group is seeking aMaintenance Technician in Belvidere, IL to join an industrial manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in mechanical, electrical, and electronic maintenance, with hands-on work on 480V, 3-phase systems and PLC-controlled equipment.

The role emphasizes preventive and corrective maintenance, safety compliance, and supporting safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial/manufacturing maintenance experience.
• A technical degree, certificate, or equivalent training is preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience working with 480V, 3-phase power and industrial controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose failures using schematics, wiring diagrams, meters, and diagnostic tools.
• Maintain 480V, 3-phase power systems, motors, starters, disconnects, and control circuits.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and sensors; work on VFDs and relays as needed.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns and restore production to safe operation.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate status to management.
• Assist with installation, startup, and improvement projects; ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Technical degree or certificate

Tools

Electrical diagnostic tools

PLC systems

VFD drives

Job description

Maintenance Technician# Maintenance TechnicianBelvidere - Belvidere, IL 61008-2928## OverviewSalary Range$85,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary/yearPosition TypeFull Time## DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician with a minimum of 5 years of experience in an industrial/manufacturing maintenance and operations environment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical, electrical, and electronic troubleshooting skills, with hands-on experience maintaining industrial production equipment and working safely with 480V, 3-phase electrical power.The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for diagnosing equipment problems, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, minimizing equipment downtime, and supporting safe and efficient manufacturing operations.### Requirements**Key Responsibilities*** Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on industrial manufacturing equipment.* Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.* Diagnose equipment failures using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, meters, and other diagnostic tools.* Troubleshoot and maintain 480V, 3-phase electrical systems, motors, starters, disconnects, breakers, transformers, and control circuits.* Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, relays, contactors, VFDs, and other industrial control components.* Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and restore production equipment to safe operating conditions.* Complete preventive maintenance activities and accurately document work performed.* Assist with equipment installation, startup, modification, and improvement projects.* Follow OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), company safety procedures, and other applicable safety requirements.* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance work area.* Work closely with Maintenance Supervisor, production, and operations personnel to identify recurring equipment issues and improve equipment reliability.* Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate equipment status and repair needs to management.## Qualifications**Preferred Qualifications*** 5+ years of industrial/manufacturing maintenance experience.* Technical degree, industrial maintenance certificate, or equivalent technical training.* Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.* Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience with 480V, 3-phase power.* Strong electronic and industrial controls troubleshooting abilities.* Ability to use electrical and mechanical diagnostic tools effectively.* Strong understanding of industrial safety practices and LOTO procedures.* Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple maintenance issues, and respond effectively to equipment emergencies.* Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.* Experience with preventive/predictive maintenance programs.* Welding, fabrication, machining, or HVAC experience is a plus.**Physical & Work Requirements*** Ability to work in a manufacturing/industrial environment.* Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work in confined or elevated areas as required.* Ability to lift and move maintenance-related equipment and materials up to 50 pounds.* Ability to work various shifts, weekends, overtime, or respond to emergency breakdowns when required.* Must be comfortable working around industrial machinery and electrical equipment while following all required safety procedures.* Valid driver’s license required.