Plant Maintenance Technician II

Zaddy Solutions; Mendota (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Stable Manufacturing Company is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician II or III for multi-craft maintenance and electro-mechanical support in Mendota, IL. The role focuses on troubleshooting PLCs, electrical circuits, motors, and drives, with a strong emphasis on preventive and reactive maintenance to maximize production uptime.

The Technician will manage PMs, repair work orders, and parts inventory while supporting continuous improvement and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school or vocational diploma required.
• 2–5+ years of industrial maintenance/Electrical Systems experience preferred.
• Basic PLC and drive training helpful.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair machines and controls (DC/AC motors, drives).
• Maintain PM schedules and repair work orders.
• Order replacement parts and control components as needed.
• Support Continuous Improvement projects for production efficiency and safety.
• Work with production staff to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Skills

Electrical testing

PLC troubleshooting

Reading schematics

3-phase wiring

Motor & drive troubleshooting

Electrical & mechanical know-how

Lock Out Tag Out

Arc Flash safety

Team coordination

MS Excel/Word

Education

High School / Vocational Diploma

Electrical/industrial tech training

2-5+ years maintenance exp.

Tools

CMMS

Voltage meters

Megger

Job description

Stable Manufacturing Company seeking an experienced plant Maintenance Technician II or III.

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician II or III (multi-craft maintenance/electro-mechanical)

An Industrial Maintenance Technician level III consists of advanced level mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and diagnosis skills including PLC troubleshooting skills with the ability to troubleshoot and read PLC ladder logic/diagrams (non-programming). Must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for immigration cases will not be considered.

Pay (includes $1.50/hour for shift differential):

• Maintenance Tech 2: $30.05 - $38.60/hour plus overtime
• Maintenance Tech 3: $34.55 - $44.40/hour plus overtime

3rd Shift: 11pm - 7:30am, with the regular schedule as Monday through Friday with overtime as needed. Must also have flexibility to work a Sunday-Thursday schedule when required by operational needs.

Summary

Oversees and performs the preventive and reactive maintenance duties required for the manufacturing operations of the plant. Priorities of the Maintenance Technician include management and execution of PM schedules, repair of any equipment that is needed to maintain maximum production rates and maintenance of an adequate spare parts inventory. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, weekends as required and fulfill on-call duties for repairs and assistance.

Primary Job Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Troubleshoot and perform repairs on machines and their controls (DC/AC motor & drives, downstream equipment, chillers & etc.).
• Maintain and build job skills through company training programs.
• Contact, specify, and order replacement parts & control components from supplier as needed.
• Effectively contribute to CMMS performance through timely PM & Repair Work Order completion while ensuring compliance.
• 1st responder to troubleshooting machine problems, contact Electrical Engineering if additional support is needed.
• Support Daily Management directives and initiatives.
• Help develop and implement Continuous Improvement projects to improve production efficiencies and Safety.
• Work with Production Staff to ensure the safe and reliable operation of plant equipment.

Job Skills

This position should possess the following skills/knowledge:

• Proficient using Electrical Test equipment: Voltmeter, Ammeter, ohm meter, Megger & etc.
• Understanding basic machine function and Sequence Of Operations of production machinery.
• Proficient in reading Electrical, pneumatics and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of NEC, UL508A and NFPA 79 codes.
• Lock Out Tag Out Safety procedures.
• Arc Flash and PPE Requirements.
• Proficient in electrical formulas and mechanical math.
• Knowledge of 3 Phase Industrial wiring and power distribution.
• AC, DC and Servo Drive / Motor experience.
• Troubleshoot PLC I/O and networking.
• Motion Training with Servo Drives and Motors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Educational & Preferred Experience

• High School / Vocational School Diploma or Equivalent - Required
• Technician level - Electrical, hydraulics, pneumatic - Preferred
• 2-5+ years Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Systems and Controls
• Basic PLC and Drive training
• Plastic process knowledge a plus