Site Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift (Sun-Thu)

Midwest Refrigerated Milwaukee, Inc.; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Refrigerated Services in Belvidere, IL is seeking a Site Maintenance Technician for the 1st shift (Sun–Thu). This hands-on role manages daily maintenance, inspects and repairs equipment, performs preventive maintenance, and keeps accurate work orders and asset records.

The SMT coordinates with vendors, uses CMMS/eMaint, controls costs, and communicates status, risks, and timelines to Operations and the Facilities Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of hands-on commercial, industrial, or facilities maintenance experience.
• Must demonstrate practical troubleshooting, electrical, mechanical, and CMMS competency.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel when assigned.
• Able to communicate in English and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary maintenance resource for the facility and independently manage daily maintenance.
• Plan and prioritize work based on safety, operational impact, and preventive maintenance due dates.
• Inspect, diagnose, repair equipment, and verify completion with durable fixes.
• Coordinate vendor work, obtain quotes, and manage work orders and assets.
• Use CMMS to create, track, and close work orders with complete documentation.
• Maintain tools, parts, and supplies while controlling costs.
• Adhere to safety, food safety, and company policies; communicate status and risks clearly.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

CMMS usage

Mechanical maintenance

Forklift inspection

Reading schematics

Lockout/Tagout

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Trade certificate in electrical

Tools

CMMS/eMaint

Multimeter

Job description

Midwest Refrigerated Services in Belvidere, IL is seeking a Site Maintenance Technician for the 1st shift (Sun–Thu). This hands-on role manages daily maintenance, inspects and repairs equipment, performs preventive maintenance, and keeps accurate work orders and asset records.

The SMT coordinates with vendors, uses CMMS/eMaint, controls costs, and communicates status, risks, and timelines to Operations and the Facilities Manager.