Maintenance Technician I — PLC & Automation, Night Shift

Nucor; El Paso (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Job summary

Nucor Buildings Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain plant machinery in our IL facility. The role operates from 6p–6a, four days a week, focusing on preventative and corrective maintenance, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical repairs, and safe, compliant operation.

You will supervise helpers, read prints and specs, install equipment, and troubleshoot PLCs to keep production running smoothly. Strong safety discipline and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of prior experience in a similar position.
• Must be comfortable working at heights up to 50 ft.
• Demonstrated mechanical ability and knowledge to service onsite machinery.

Responsibilities

• Analyze machinery issues, disassemble and repair parts, reassemble for optimal function.
• Supervise assigned helpers to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Install new equipment, run wiring and establish distribution boxes.
• Adhere to safety policies and maintain organized work areas.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Electrical knowledge

PLC troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

Industrial Maintenance Program certificate/degree

Tools

Grinders

Drill presses

Electrical gauges

Job description

Nucor Buildings Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain plant machinery in our IL facility. The role operates from 6p–6a, four days a week, focusing on preventative and corrective maintenance, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical repairs, and safe, compliant operation.

You will supervise helpers, read prints and specs, install equipment, and troubleshoot PLCs to keep production running smoothly. Strong safety discipline and teamwork are essential.