Maintenance Technician: PLC & Mechanical Systems

Elgin Sweeper Company; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Health insurance (life, medical,Dental

Vision

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Smoke-free, drug-free workplace

Job summary

Elgin Sweeper Company in Elgin, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and assist with repairs on PLC-controlled equipment. You will support production, follow safety and 5S standards, and document work orders and equipment conditions.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, 2 years’ experience (or an AAS in a technical field), ability to lift 50 pounds, forklift competence, and fluent English communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position or Associates degree with a Technical focus and 1 year of related experience in general industry.
• Ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to use overhead crane to lift anything over 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass Forklift Certification process.
• Must have a customer focused, positive attitude with good communication and basic math skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Understands 480 wiring, electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics, fluid power and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) tasks including inspection, lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, and replacement of routine wear parts.
• Replace common mechanical wear components and assist experienced technicians with more complex repairs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common mechanical equipment issues with guidance.
• Assist with equipment diagnostics and communicate findings to experienced personnel.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production support requests.
• Identify abnormal equipment conditions and report them appropriately.
• Develop an understanding of PLC-controlled equipment and recognize PLC-related issues.
• Follow safety procedures including LOTO, guarding, electrical safety, PPE and other policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area; adhere to 5S standards.
• Complete maintenance work orders accurately and in a timely manner.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer communication

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree with a Technical focus

Job description

Elgin Sweeper Company in Elgin, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot and assist with repairs on PLC-controlled equipment. You will support production, follow safety and 5S standards, and document work orders and equipment conditions.

Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, 2 years’ experience (or an AAS in a technical field), ability to lift 50 pounds, forklift competence, and fluent English communication.