Senior Maintenance Mechanic

True North Consultants, Inc.; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

True North Consultants, Inc. in Geneva, IL seeks two Maintenance Mechanics for continuous process operations. One will join the 2nd shift and one the 3rd shift, with on-site responsibilities and a strong safety focus.

You will maintain pumps, mixers, reactors, motors, piping, valves, and transfer equipment, troubleshoot 480V circuits and VFDs, and log preventive work in the CMMS while supporting shutdowns and turnarounds.

Qualifications

• AAS or maintenance certifications, or 10+ years of manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Chemical, process, or industrial manufacturing experience required.
• Strong mechanical skills with pumps, mixers, motors, and piping.
• 480V and VFD troubleshooting experience preferred; PLC knowledge is a plus.
• PSM experience is a plus.
• OSHA, LOTO, and hazardous material handling knowledge.
• Must bring own basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair pumps, mixers, reactors, motors, piping, valves, and transfer equipment on a continuous process.
• Rebuild pumps, service mixers, swap motors, and handle wiring.
• Troubleshoot 480V circuits and VFDs; PLC knowledge helps on some shifts.
• Complete preventive and predictive maintenance and document it in the CMMS.
• Support quarterly shutdowns and the annual plant turnaround.
• Work with production, engineering, and QC on prioritizing fixes.
• Follow PSM, OSHA, LOTO, and site safety procedures.

Skills

Pump maintenance

Motor maintenance

Valve and piping

Electrical troubleshooting

VFDs 480V troubleshooting

PCMs / CMMS usage

Safety compliance

PSM awareness

Education

AAS or maintenance certs

10+ years maintenance exp.

Tools

CMMS

PLC knowledge (nice to have)

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic (2 Openings) | Continuous Chemical Manufacturing
Location: Geneva, IL (On-site)
Pay: $35.00 to $45.00/hour based on experience and skills test
Shift Differential: +$1.00/hour on 2nd shift, +$2.00/hour on 3rd shift
Schedule: One opening on 2nd shift and one on 3rd shift
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Overview

A global chemical producer in the western Chicago suburbs is going from two shifts to three and needs two experienced mechanics, one for 2nd shift and one for 3rd, to support a continuous, around-the-clock process. The plant spans several levels and runs pumps, mixers, reactors, heating and cooling systems, and motors across multiple process areas. Overtime is available, with more during planned shutdowns.

This is a chemical environment with heat and hazardous materials, so safety comes first in everything the team does.

What the Job Involves

• Maintain and repair pumps, mixers, reactors, motors, piping, valves, and transfer equipment on a continuous process
• Rebuild pumps, service mixers, swap motors, and handle wiring
• Troubleshoot 480V circuits and VFDs; PLC knowledge helps on some shifts
• Complete preventive and predictive work and record it in the CMMS
• Get equipment back up fast when something fails mid-run
• Work with production, engineering, and QC on what gets fixed first
• Support quarterly shutdowns and the annual plant turnaround
• Follow PSM, OSHA, LOTO, and site safety procedures

What They Need

• AAS or maintenance certifications, or 10+ years of manufacturing maintenance in place of that
• Chemical, process, or industrial manufacturing experience required
• Strong mechanical skills with pumps, mixers, motors, and piping
• 480V and VFD troubleshooting preferred, and especially valuable for 3rd shift
• PSM experience a plus
• PLC knowledge a plus, not required
• Solid understanding of OSHA, LOTO, and hazardous material handling
• Must bring own basic hand tools