Maintenance Technician

Blick Art Materials, LLC; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K & Profit Sharing

Incentive Bonus

Paid Holidays & PTO

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Discount

Job summary

Blick Art Materials, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our Illinois facilities and production lines running smoothly. You will troubleshoot electrical and conveyor systems, perform preventive maintenance, and support production with timely repairs.

Requirements include a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, experience with conveyors, ability to read schematics, and the use of hand and power tools. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to perform electrical installations and read schematics.
• Mechanical aptitude with experience around conveyor systems and reading blueprints.
• Basic construction knowledge; ability to use hand and power tools.
• Basic computer skills; ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues on the conveyor system and other machinery; perform preventative maintenance.
• Install upgrades and perform PM on lighting, HVAC components, plumbing; assemble and repair carts, shelving, tables.
• Demonstrate safe work habits; use PPE; lockout/tagout; proper waste disposal.
• Fully and accurately complete all required departmental documentation.
• Support maintenance and production; upkeep of storage areas and racks.
• Keep maintenance area clean and organized; return tools and materials to proper places.

Skills

Electrical installations

Electrical schematics

Conveyor systems

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Hand & power tools

Basic computer skills

Independent work

Mathematical calculations

People interaction

Lifting 70 lbs

Elevated lift operation

Education

High school diploma

Valid driver’s license

Job description

864 Enterprise Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Your Role...

The primary responsibility of the Maintenance Technician is to maintain and repair electrical systems, conveyor systems, other machinery, equipment and facilities to support production and business function requirements and complete any planned maintenance when scheduled.

Responsibilities:

• Machinery Maintenance - Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical problems on the conveyor system and other machinery and equipment. Perform preventative maintenance on conveyor system and other machinery and equipment.
• Facilities Maintenance - Install upgrades on new machinery/equipment as required. Perform PM/change out on lighting, HVAC components, plumbing repair. Assemble and repair carts, shelving, tables and other building projects.
• Safety - Demonstrate safe work habits including use of safety equipment, lockout/tag out procedures, proper use of personal protective equipment, appropriate use of parts handling equipment and methods, correct disposal of waste and notification of hazardous conditions.
• Documentation - Fully and accurately complete all required departmental documentation.
• Support Maintenance, Production - Perform other tasks as assigned to support maintenance and production. May include, but not limited to, upkeep of maintenance crib and remote storage, periodic rack repair and construction.
• Housekeeping - Participate along with other employees to keep areas within the warehouse clean. Keep work area clean and organized; leave all machinery and areas worked clean. Keep the maintenance area swept and organized. Return all tools and unused materials to proper places.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Valid driver’s license

Qualification Requirements:

• Ability to perform electrical installations and repairs ranging from low voltage DC up to three phase 480volts AC and the ability to interpret electrical schematics. Technical training or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must have solid mechanical aptitude and experience preferably with conveyor systems and the ability to read blueprints.
• Must have basic construction knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to interact effectively with people at all levels.
• Ability to lift 70 lbs.
• Must be willing to operate elevated lift equipment at heights.

Pay Rate:

The pay range below is provided in compliance with state/city specific laws. This pay range applies to this location. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

• $21 - $23 per hour + incentives

Benefits Include:

• 401K & Profit Sharing Plan
• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
• Basic & Optional Life Insurance
• Employee Discount

Who We Are...

Founded in 1911, Blick Art Materials is in its third generation of family ownership, and is the largest and oldest provider of art supplies in the United States.

Our Mission...

At Blick Art Materials, our family owners and dedicated staff support the Visual Art Community by providing the widest selection of art supplies at the lowest prices. With extraordinary service and integrity, we strive to provide artists, educators, students, and our employees with the tools, assistance, and training they need to grow, innovate, and reach their creative potential.

864 Enterprise Ave, Galesburg, IL 61401, USA