Preventative Maintenance Tech I — Keep Production Running

Clayens; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayens in Machesney Park, IL seeks a detail-oriented Preventative Maintenance Technician Level I to perform routine and proactive maintenance on machinery, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life. The role supports capital projects and facilities improvements, with safety emphasis.

Your responsibilities include coordinating with Operations to keep production ready, maintaining PM logs, and ensuring compliance with 6S and safety standards, while contributing to continual improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Aptitude for maintenance and mechanical inclination is expected.
• Strong understanding of preventative maintenance and its importance.
• Microsoft Office skills to create and maintain schedules.

Responsibilities

• Cooperate with Operations to keep production scheduled and safe.
• Perform PM tasks daily, weekly, monthly, and annually.
• Maintain a PM schedule and log.
• Notify leads of needed supplies.
• Maintain compliance with safety and housekeeping rules.
• Assist with maintenance projects and repairs.

Skills

PM knowledge

Teamwork

Forklift operation

English proficiency

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maintenance aptitude

Continuing education in mechanical or electrical engineering desired

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clayens in Machesney Park, IL seeks a detail-oriented Preventative Maintenance Technician Level I to perform routine and proactive maintenance on machinery, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life. The role supports capital projects and facilities improvements, with safety emphasis.

Your responsibilities include coordinating with Operations to keep production ready, maintaining PM logs, and ensuring compliance with 6S and safety standards, while contributing to continual improvement efforts.