Multi-Craft Technician

Smurfit Westrock; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/Dental/Vision/401k

Paid vacation

Quarterly bonus payouts

Job summary

WestRock Bedford Park is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical production equipment, including the plant’s main power supply. You will diagnose issues, calibrate systems, and work with computer-controlled equipment; strong NFPA 70E knowledge is required.

This role offers tuition reimbursement, health benefits, 401k, and quarterly bonus payouts, with on-site 2nd/3rd shift opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical background required.
• Boiler license a plus; expected to obtain if not on file.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Repair buildings and equipment as needed.
• Install/repair electrical wiring and control circuits; service electrical equipment.
• Operate computer-controlled equipment and monitor production systems.
• Complete and record maintenance checklists and create maintenance records.
• Communicate with staff and vendors during troubleshooting.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Preventive maintenance

Electrical wiring

NFPA 70E knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Boiler license (plus)

Tools

CMMS / inventory system

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Bedford Park, IL (Quarterly Bonus Pay-outs!)

Tuition Reimbursement/Medical/Dental/Vison/401k/Paid Vacation immediately upon hire!

$31.59-$48.41/hr based on knowledge and experience

2 nd Shift/3 rd Shift

The opportunity:

WestRock Bedford Park is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on electrical and mechanical systems involving production equipment and plant systems, including the plant’s main power supply system. Strong electrical background a must!!!

How you will impact WestRock:

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance activities depending upon area of assignment including performing basic trade activities.
• Performs minor and major repair of all buildings and equipment as required.
• Installs/repairs electrical wiring, equipment and control circuits; new electrical services; replaces and repairs wiring, and faulty electrical equipment as needed (including computer cable).
• Must have a strong understanding of NFPA 70E standards and can apply these standards in the work situation.
• Maintains and repairs a variety of hand and power tools ensuring they are in safe and efficient working order.
• Performs preventive maintenance procedures on mechanical equipment on a scheduled basis; inspects belts, checks fluid levels, replaces filters, greases bearings, seals, etc.; repairs or replaces broken parts as required.
• May operate a computer which controls and monitors mechanical equipment and utility systems.
• Calibrates and repairs pneumatic systems and other mechanical systems on production equipment to assure optimum performance of that production process.
• Completes daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or another member of the leadership team.
• Demonstrates strong basic computer skills to utilize the maintenance work order and inventory system.
• Must have good communication skills to engage other employees, management and outside vendors while troubleshooting and distributing necessary information to others.

What you need to succeed:

• Boiler License a plus; will be expected to obtain if not already acquired

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential including
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.