Maintenance Technician II

Vesuvius North America; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vesuvius North America is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Systems specialist in Illinois. The role requires troubleshooting 480V/277V/120V AC circuits, control wiring, and three-phase systems, with 5+ years in industrial maintenance.

You will diagnose PLCs, work with VFDs and HMIs, and perform preventive maintenance using CMMS records. Candidate should have an associate degree or technical certification and strong knowledge of lockout/tagout, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in electrical maintenance, or 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Mechanical systems expertise: conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Lockout/Tagout procedures knowledge and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical systems including 480V/277V/120V AC circuits and control wiring.
• Diagnose PLCs (Allen-Bradley or Siemens) and HMIs and assist enhancements.
• Support motor controls, drives, and relay logic in production lines.
• Perform preventive & predictive maintenance with CMMS records.
• Ensure safety and code compliance through Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Collaborate with mechanical teams on conveyors, pumps, actuators.
• Utilize testing equipment such as multimeters and megohmmeters.

Skills

PLC Troubleshooting

Motor Controls

Preventive Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Mechanical & Pneumatic Knowledge

Testing Equipment

Instrumentation

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Maintenance

Technical certification in electrical maintenance

Tools

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Calipers

Hoists

Cranes

MIG/TIG welding

Lathe/Mill operation

Job description

Description

Industrial Electrical Systems – Proficient in troubleshooting 480V/277V/120V AC circuits, control wiring, and three-phase systems.

5+ years of electrical troubleshooting experience.

• PLC Troubleshooting – diagnosing Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs and HMI interfaces.
• Motor Controls & Drives – working with VFDs, servo systems, motor starters, and relay logic.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance – performing routine inspections, thermal scans, and maintaining detailed records in a CMMS system.
• Safety & Code Compliance – strong knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Mechanical & Pneumatic Knowledge – working on mechanical components (actuators, conveyors, pumps) as part of troubleshooting.
• Testing Equipment – using multimeters and megohmmeters.
• Instrumentation (a plus) – calibrating and maintaining sensors (thermocouples, transducers).

Qualifications

Associate degree or technical certification in electrical maintenance, industrial technology, or mechatronics, and/or 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or unionized environment.

• Mechanical Systems Expertise – troubleshooting industrial machinery, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics – troubleshooting and maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including valves, cylinders, and compressors.
• Machine Assembly & Fabrication – disassembling, repairing, and rebuilding complex equipment components.
• Equipment Commissioning & Start-up – installing and testing new machinery or upgraded systems.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance – planning and executing routine inspections, lubrication schedules, and predictive maintenance tasks.
• Tools & Equipment – competent using torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, hoists, cranes, and other mechanical tools.
• Safety & Compliance – solid knowledge of Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Industrial Electrical Systems

• Automation & Robotics (preferred) – understanding of industrial automation systems and ability to assist engineers in upgrades or integrations.
• Electrical Drawings & Schematics – reading, interpreting, and updating electrical blueprints and control diagrams.
• Testing Equipment – skilled using thermal imaging cameras.
• Advanced Diagnostics – precision tools, vibration analysis, alignment tools, laser alignment, and thermography to detect and resolve issues.
• Mechanical Drawings & Schematics – reading mechanical blueprints, P&IDs, and schematics.
• Welding & Machining (optional but preferred) – MIG/TIG welding, lathe/mill operation, or fabrication skills.