Plant Maintenance Technician II

Accounting Search; Mendota (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Accounting Search is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician II or III for a stable manufacturing operation in Mendota, IL. This role requires strong electro-mechanical skills, PLC troubleshooting (ladder logic read-only), and the ability to read electrical/mechanical drawings.

You will perform preventive and reactive maintenance, manage PM schedules, and work 3rd shift with potential Sunday-Thursday variation. Competitive hourly pay with overtime, and on-site work.

Qualifications

• High school or vocational diploma required.
• 2–5+ years in industrial maintenance and controls preferred.
• Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair machines and controls (DC/AC motors, drives, downstream equipment, chillers).
• Maintain PM schedules and repair work orders; contribute to CMMS.
• Order parts and components as needed; ensure safe operation of plant equipment.

Skills

Electrical testing

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading drawings

3-phase wiring knowledge

Drive systems & servo motors

PM/maintenance planning

CMMS usage

Lock Out Tag Out

Safety procedures

Electronic/electrical schematics

Problem solving

Education

High School / Vocational Diploma

Tools

Voltmeter

Ammeter

Megger

Multi-meter

Job description

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Technician II or III

Stable Manufacturing Company seeking an experienced plant Maintenance Technician II or III. Apply now for this great opportunity!

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.

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

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• 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:

• 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