Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift

Experience Champaign Urbana; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 39,209 - 55,844; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

Skill development opportunities

Job summary

Experience Champaign Urbana is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the installation, maintenance, and repair of facility equipment. You will be responsible for maintaining various mechanical systems including presses and conveyors.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to safety standards. Competitive pay and opportunities for skill development are offered.

Qualifications

• Must pass a pulmonary function test and respirator exam.
• Must be clean shaven for respirator seal.
• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain facility equipment including presses and conveyor systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues with equipment.
• Perform general repairs and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Communication in English

Ability to work in a team

Understanding of health and safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Starting Pay Rate: $34.50 per hour ($35.50 after 6 months)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3pm-11pm, with mandatory overtime as needed

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. This role is primarily responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of facility equipment including presses, plating systems, paint line conveyors, compressors, and related mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain equipment throughout the facility including polish heads, plating hoists, pumps, presses, paint line conveyor systems, and compressors
• Maintain and troubleshoot motor control systems including pneumatic, mechanical, and hydraulic systems
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues with Power & Free systems and equipment rack
• Read and accurately interpret blueprints and schematics
• Perform welding for repair work as needed
• Safely operate cranes, hoists, forklifts, and aerial work platforms up to 60 feet
• Utilize and work with maintenance trades and components such as mechanical, welding, fabrication, and pipefitting
• Perform general repairs and preventative maintenance to minimize equipment downtime
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, adhering to all safety and quality standards
• Work in variable temperatures indoors and outdoors ranging from subzero to 150F
• Wear required PPE including respirator and Level B chemical suit when necessary
• Employees are required to provide their own tools
• Other duties as assigned
• Shift is 8–12 hours. May work overtime up to 10–16 hours. Two 10‑minute breaks per shift and a 20‑minute meal break. Employees are paid for the entire time they are clocked in and do not clock out for breaks if taken on campus.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a pulmonary function test and respirator exam for negative pressure respiratory protection
• Must be clean shaven in areas where a respirator seal is required
• Must be able to communicate in English
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work within a team setting
• Must be able to demonstrate understanding of health and safety compliance training programs and departmental work instructions written in English
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical or vocational training preferred
• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Physical Demands

• Lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Work in awkward positions including lying on back and working overhead, inside presses
• Must be able to climb ladders up to 20 feet and on top of equipment safely when needed
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, and reach above head and below shoulder level
• Ability to work in a non‑climate‑controlled environment
• If corrective lenses are required, must be able to wear glasses (contacts may be restricted in certain conditions)
• Weight limitation: must not exceed 310 lbs. (person plus tools) to safely use fall protection equipment

Work Environment

• The work environment is representative of conditions typical for a manufacturing facility and is not climate‑controlled
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet/humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and loud environments
• Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration
• Safety precautions must always be followed to reduce exposure to hazards

Why Join Us

We offer a competitive pay rate, opportunities for skill development, and a dynamic work environment where your expertise as a mechanic will directly contribute to the success of the team.