Maintenance Technician

Dyno Nobel Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation + 12 paid holid​

Full health benefits + HSA

Matching 401K

Tuition reimbursement program

Parental leave

Job summary

Dyno Nobel Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support our plant in Illinois with primary emphasis on electrical and process logic controls. You will work with plant leadership to keep operations safe and efficient, while following SOPs and company policies.

Responsibilities include root-cause analysis, preventive maintenance, and hands-on testing, with opportunities to assist in installations and safety reviews. Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience maintaining electrical and mechanical equipment
• Experience in Preventive Maintenance programs and record keeping in CMMS (SAP) preferred
• Proficient in pneumatic troubleshooting using schematics and testing
• Proficient in Allen-Bradley PLC formats for I/O troubleshooting
• Electrical troubleshooting of control systems with multimeter and schematics
• Knowledge of gear boxes, bearings, chains and belts
• Must pass ATF background check for explosives handling
• Positive attitude and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and mechanical maintenance support for the plant
• Collaborate with site leaders to ensure safe, efficient operations
• Lead root-cause investigations using problem-solving tools (5 Why)
• Maintain maintenance standards and procedures
• Support production with downtime reduction and equipment uptime improvements
• Engage in assembly testing, safety reviews, and installations
• Assist staff and contractors to meet site objectives

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Pneumatic troubleshooting

PLC programming/diagnostics

CMMS experience (SAP)

Problem solving (5 Whys)

Team collaboration

Education

Technical trade school or equivalent experience

Tools

CMMS (SAP)

Job description

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide

What You’ll Do

As the Maintenance Technician, you will provide maintenance support for the plant with primary expertise in electrical and process logic controls. Works with site leaders, plant maintenance and production departments to ensure the plant operates safely and efficiently. Other duties will include:

• Demonstrate and/or lead the commitment to the pursuit of achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety.
• Ensure compliance with applicable HSE performance standards, objectives and regulations.
• Live and foster the Dyno Nobel Corporate Values.
• Must understand and follow all Standard Operating Procedures, company directives and plant policies.
• Commit to work well with plant maintenance to complete maintenance issues outside the scope of this position when needed.
• Work follow through to find the root causes using problem solving tools (5why).
• Maintain high standards of maintenance by following procedures, processes and Maintenance standard work.
• Demonstrate operating motor vehicle safely on site.
• Provide support to Production to problem solve safety issue and improve equipment related up time.
• Provide hands on involvement with assembly testing, safety reviews, and installations.
• Provide support to staff or contractors to ensure objectives are met for the site.

What We’re Looking For:

• Technical trade school or equivalent experience preferred
• 2+ years experience in maintaining electrical and mechanical equipment required
• Experience in Preventive Maintenance programs and record keeping in a CMMS (SAP) preferred
• Proficient in pneumatic troubleshooting valves, cylinders, regulators and flow controls using schematics, drawings and physical testing.
• Proficient in using PLC Software to search and follow I/O to troubleshoot in Allen-Bradley and other PLC formats.
• Proficient in electrical troubleshooting of control systems using a multi meter, drawings and schematics.
• Proficient in basic mechanical principles of gear boxes, bearings, chains and belts
• Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives.
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

What We Offer:

• 3 weeks Paid vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Matching 401K
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.