Maintenance Technician: PLC, Hydraulics & Mechanics

FactoryFix; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FactoryFix is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Chicago to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical wiring and electronic controllers as needed. You will tear down and replace defective components such as bearings, motors, servo motors, PLCs, gears, electronic drives, clutches, brakes, belts, chains and electrical parts.

The role includes performing preventive maintenance checks, reading blueprints, and maintaining safety standards while ensuring equipment operates at maximum efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Must read blueprints.
• Own tools; company provides specialty tools if needed.
• Proficient with computers is a plus.
• Good communication with supervision and other departments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical wiring and electronic controllers as necessary.
• Tear down and replace defective components such as bearings, motors, servo motors, PLCs, gears, drives, clutches, brakes, belts, chains and electrical parts.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks as required.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, and layouts.
• Repair equipment to maximize productivity and reduce waste.
• Monitor equipment and report problems to supervision.
• Follow safety rules and keep the work area clean and orderly.

Skills

PLC Troubleshooting

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Packaging equipment experience

Job description

FactoryFix is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Chicago to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical wiring and electronic controllers as needed. You will tear down and replace defective components such as bearings, motors, servo motors, PLCs, gears, electronic drives, clutches, brakes, belts, chains and electrical parts.

The role includes performing preventive maintenance checks, reading blueprints, and maintaining safety standards while ensuring equipment operates at maximum efficiency.