Maintenance Technician B Shift 7 pm to 7 am

Pretium Packaging; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pretium Packaging, L.L.C. in Peru, IL is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to lead advanced troubleshooting and oversee electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and PLC systems.

Responsibilities include mentoring technicians, performing RCA, programming PLCs and VFDs, maintaining safety, and collaborating with engineering and operations on capital projects.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and automated systems.
• Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills including AC/DC circuits, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Proven ability to lead by example, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
• Proficient with CMMS software.
• Forklift and aerial lift certified.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Effective communicator with ability to document tasks clearly and train others.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced troubleshooting across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC systems.
• Mentor and support lower-tier technicians through training and guidance.
• Participate in and lead RCA and corrective action processes.
• Program and troubleshoot PLC systems, motor controls, and VFDs.
• Perform and document preventative and predictive maintenance routines.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Install, repair, and upgrade machinery and components for capital projects.
• Assist in developing and improving maintenance SOPs and equipment documentation.
• Maintain OSHA, safety, and company policy compliance during maintenance.
• Support facility infrastructure including HVAC, compressed air systems, boilers, and water treatment.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and external vendors on repairs, upgrades, and retrofits.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or Manager.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Root cause analysis

Team leadership

Documentation

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification / associate degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

CMMS

Forklift certification

Aerial lift certification

HMI and sensors

PLC familiarity (Allen-Bradley/Siemens)

Job description

Job Details

Locations

• Peru, IL 61354, USA
• On-site
• Maintenance
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MAINT003048

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Mentor and support lower-tier technicians through on-the-job training and technical guidance.
• Participate in and lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action processes.
• Program and troubleshoot PLC systems, motor controls, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Perform and document preventative and predictive maintenance routines with accuracy and efficiency.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Install, repair, and upgrade machinery and components as part of capital improvement projects or upgrades.
• Assist in developing and improving maintenance SOPs and equipment documentation.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, safety, and company policies during all maintenance activities.
• Support facility infrastructure including HVAC, compressed air systems, boilers, and water treatment systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and external vendors on repairs, upgrades, and retrofits.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Manager.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance, electro-mechanics, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.), HMIs, sensors, and automated systems.
• Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills including AC/DC circuits, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
• Proficient with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software.
• Forklift and aerial lift certified.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Effective communicator with the ability to document tasks clearly and train others.

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