Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift

SWD INC; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join its team. This role involves hands-on responsibilities, including fabricating and modifying equipment, troubleshooting machine malfunctions, and performing repairs on various systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, be capable of lifting heavy equipment, and be ready to work occasional weekends. With a commitment to safety and quality, this position offers a chance to grow within a supportive environment that values its employees. Join a company that prioritizes your development from day one with benefits like PTO, medical insurance, and more!

Benefits

Pay Every Friday

Start earning PTO on Day 1

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Eight Paid Holidays

Sick Days

Company Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Referral Bonuses

Fitness Membership Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Prior technical maintenance experience is required.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and work occasional weekends.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate or modify equipment using hand tools.
• Repair and maintain centrifugal and pneumatic pumps.
• Comply with safety rules and regulations.

Skills

Fabrication using hand tools

Detecting machine malfunctions

Installing piping systems

Repairing centrifugal and pneumatic pumps

Welding (TIG or Arc)

Troubleshooting electrical problems

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Hand tools (saws, drills, grinders)

Forklift

Job description

About Us:

SWD Inc. opened for business in March 1980 with three employees in a 9,000 sq. ft. leased facility and began black oxiding, cleaning, and pickling operations with used equipment. In late 1980, the company began passivating stainless steel and in 1981 purchased Fastener Sorting Corporation. Today, a recognized leader in the Metal Finishing and Fastener Sorting fields, SWD Inc. has over 200 employees and runs three shifts per day in its 250,000 sq. ft. facility just west of Chicago in Addison, Illinois.

Note: SWD is a Drug-Free workplace. All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a Background Check, Drug Screen, and Pre-Employment Physical.

What We're Seeking:

SWD Inc. is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician. This 2^nd shift opening is from 3pm-11pm (starting at $18.75/hr-$35.00/hr). Compensation is fully dependent on experience and can be discussed during the in-person interview, if selected for one.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Show ability to fabricate or modify equipment using hand tools, such as saws, drills, and grinders.
• Detect unusual sounds from machines indicating malfunctions.
• Install piping systems in pvc stainless steel, and/or iron pipe.
• Install machinery and equipment according to specifications.
• Repair and maintain centrifugal and pneumatic pumps.
• Show ability to weld metal parts with either tig or arc.
• Complete appropriate documents and necessary paperwork.
• Comply with all SWD Inc. safety rules and regulations.
• Be aware of SWD Inc. company policy and procedures, including the quality system as defined by QS-9000 and ISO-14001 and outlined in the SWD Inc.’s quality and environmental systems policy and procedure manuals.
• Troubleshoot minor electrical problems (blown fuses, shorts, etc.)

Qualifications:

• GED or High School Diploma
• Ability to lift 40 lbs
• Prior technical maintenance experience
• You must be available to work occasional weekends. The Maintenance Department completes quarterly maintenance during weekends.
• Manufacturing experience and forklift experience is a plus

SWD Benefits:

• Pay Every Friday!
• Start earning PTO (Vacation Days) on Day 1 of Employment
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Eight Paid Holidays
• Sick Days
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Referral Bonuses
• Fitness Membership Reimbursement