Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Elgin Sweeper Company; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Health insurance (life, medical,Dental

Vision

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Smoke-free, drug-free workplace

Job summary

Elgin Sweeper Company in Elgin, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and assist with repairs on PLC-controlled equipment. You will support production, follow safety and 5S standards, and document work orders and equipment conditions.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, 2 years’ experience (or an AAS in a technical field), ability to lift 50 pounds, forklift competence, and fluent English communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position or Associates degree with a Technical focus and 1 year of related experience in general industry.
• Ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to use overhead crane to lift anything over 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass Forklift Certification process.
• Must have a customer focused, positive attitude with good communication and basic math skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Understands 480 wiring, electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics, fluid power and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) tasks including inspection, lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, and replacement of routine wear parts.
• Replace common mechanical wear components and assist experienced technicians with more complex repairs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common mechanical equipment issues with guidance.
• Assist with equipment diagnostics and communicate findings to experienced personnel.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production support requests.
• Identify abnormal equipment conditions and report them appropriately.
• Develop an understanding of PLC-controlled equipment and recognize PLC-related issues.
• Follow safety procedures including LOTO, guarding, electrical safety, PPE and other policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area; adhere to 5S standards.
• Complete maintenance work orders accurately and in a timely manner.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer communication

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree with a Technical focus

Job description

Elgin Sweeper Company
Elgin, IL 60120, USA

Description

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned preventive maintenance (PM) tasks, including inspection, lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, and replacement of routine wear parts.
• Replace common mechanical wear components and assist experienced technicians with more complex repairs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common mechanical equipment issues with appropriate guidance and supervision.
• Assist with equipment diagnostics and communicate findings to experienced maintenance personnel.
• Respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns and production support requests.
• Identify abnormal equipment conditions, including unusual noise, vibration, temperature, leakage, or operating conditions, and report them appropriately.
• Identify basic drive faults and communicate fault conditions to appropriate maintenance personnel for further diagnosis and repair.
• Demonstrate basic electrical safety practices and, when authorized and supervised, assist with replacement of electrical components.
• Develop and apply a basic understanding of PLC-controlled equipment and recognize when PLC-related issues may be contributing to equipment problems.
• Safely interact with connected equipment and systems while recognizing when additional technical support is required.
• Follow all established safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, electrical safety, PPE requirements, and other applicable policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area before, during, and after maintenance activities.
• Clean equipment as part of maintenance activities and consistently support 5S standards.
• Complete maintenance work orders accurately and in a timely manner, documenting work performed, equipment conditions, parts used, and issues identified.
• Communicate equipment concerns, incomplete repairs, and follow-up requirements to the appropriate maintenance personnel.
• Work reliably as part of the maintenance team and provide support to production and other departments as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement and maintenance improvement initiatives.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position or Associates degree with a Technical focus and 1 years of related experience in general industry
• Ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to use overhead crane to lift anything over 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass Forklift Certification process.
• Must have a customer focused, positive attitude with good communication and basic math skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Understands 480 wiring, electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics, fluid power and control systems. Can analyze problems and perform repairs on these systems.
• Basic knowledge of machinists’ math, heating and air conditioning, welding, and cutting.
• Able to proficiently use hand tools and specialized tools as needed. Ability to effectively use a PC, testing equipment, and sewer power rodder required.

Anticipated Wage Range: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour, pay is based on experience, plus $1.50 shift premium

Benefits of Employment

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Sold and serviced through a network of more than 100 dealer locations worldwide, Elgin Sweeper products are the sweepers of choice for a variety of general street maintenance, special industrial and airport applications. With more than 100 years of experience, Elgin Sweeper offers municipalities, contractors and industries the most sweeper options in the country, using the latest sweeping technologies—mechanical, pure vacuum, regenerative air, alternative fuel and waterless dust control. Elgin Sweeper is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation’s Environmental Solutions Group. For more information, visitwww.elginsweeper.com .

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit:www.federalsignal.com .

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources [e-mail] .

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School/GED or better.

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