Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Joseph Michaels International; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International is seeking two Maintenance Mechanics for Geneva, IL to support a continuous chemical manufacturing process. Roles are split between 2nd and 3rd shifts, with overtime and a generous benefits package.

The on-site facility handles pumps, mixers, reactors, motors, piping and valves across multiple areas, with a safety-first culture. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot 480V circuits and VFDs, and document work in the CMMS.

Qualifications

• AAS or equivalent maintenance training required or 10+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Chemical/process/industrial manufacturing experience required.
• Strong mechanical skills with pumps, mixers, motors, and piping.
• 480V and VFD troubleshooting preferred, especially on 3rd shift.
• PSM experience a plus.
• OSHA, LOTO, and hazardous materials handling knowledge essential.
• 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 record in CMMS.
• Get equipment back online quickly during mid-run failures.
• Coordinate with production, engineering, and QC on repair priorities.
• Support quarterly shutdowns and annual plant turnaround.
• Follow PSM, OSHA, LOTO and site safety procedures.

Skills

Pumps

Motors

Piping

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Industrial maintenance

Team collaboration

Education

AAS in maintenance

Maintenance certifications

10+ years manufacturing maintenance

Tools

CMMS software

PLC systems

VFD troubleshooting

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