Maintenance Technician - Electrical/Mechanical Expert

Wheatland Tube, LLC; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Bonus plan

401(k) with company match

Immediate vesting

Medical and dental benefits

Job summary

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair and rebuild tube mill production equipment, focusing on electrical and mechanical issues. The role aims to maximize equipment quality, uptime, rate and yield, with a strong emphasis on safety and detailed diagnostic work.

Responsibilities include electrical maintenance, reading blueprints, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, changeovers, and fabrication of repair parts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a heavy manufacturing maintenance role.
• High school diploma or equivalent; apprenticeship, journeyman training, or military technical training preferred.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, and reading technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with electrical systems and PLCs.
• Clear communication in English; the ability to perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance on equipment following all safety procedures, including LOTO.
• Ensure guards and safety devices are in place before returning equipment to operators.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and quality issues; escalate as needed.
• Carry out breakdown repairs, preventive maintenance, and changeovers on production equipment.
• Fabricate repair parts using shop tools and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Operate powered industrial trucks and overhead cranes as required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving efforts.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

PLC knowledge

Schematic interpretation

Tool proficiency

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship/journeyman training preferred

Tools

PLC programming basics

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair and rebuild tube mill production equipment, focusing on electrical and mechanical issues. The role aims to maximize equipment quality, uptime, rate and yield, with a strong emphasis on safety and detailed diagnostic work.

Responsibilities include electrical maintenance, reading blueprints, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, changeovers, and fabrication of repair parts.