Maintenance Mechanic

Flexco, 2525 Wisconsin Avenue, Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Maintenance Mechanic

Location:
Downers Grove

Department:
Maintenance

Hours: 1 st shift

Are you an accomplished maintenance professional with experience in manufacturing? Looking for a role that repairs and maintains custom machinery? Looking to bring your knowledge to a 100+ year old, privately held, global organization? If so, look no further. Flexco has the next step on your career path.

Flexco, a leading global manufacturer, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to work in our air-conditioned facility. The role will require at least 3 years of manufacturing experience, with at least 1 of those spent in a maintenance or machine building role. This opportunity will require a current electrician license. If you do not have your license, Flexco will give you 24 months to complete!

Maintenance Mechanics at Flexco can expect starting compensation of between $31.00 - $39.00 per hour, or more, depending on experience, skills and education.

This is your opportunity to work in an environment where the culture is focused on being people first, better together, customer centered, committed to excellence and forward thinking. Flexco has consistently been named to the list of Chicago's "101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For" by the National Association of Business Resources and to the list of “Chicago’s Top Workplaces” by the Chicago Tribune

Flexco offers generous packages including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance on day one of employment
• 401k with 8% company match
• 15 vacation days and 5 personal days
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Competitive compensation
• Tuition reimbursement/educational assistance

Purpose: Perform duties to install, maintain, and repair a wide range of production equipment, systems, and machines including building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

What you will need:

• Must have an electrician license or willingness to obtain one in the first 24 months.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, including millwright-level mechanical work
• 1+ years in a maintenance or machine building role
• Proficiency in welding
• Demonstrated knowledge of industrial equipment maintenance, including understanding, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and application of proper electrical wiring methods and techniques.
• Ability to apply advanced trade mathematics and interpret complex technical drawings, prints, and manuals.
• Comfort working in a role that requires kneeling, crawling, and stooping. Exposure to oil, grease, loud noises and extreme temperature variations.
• Upon hire, other safety certifications will be required

Responsibilities:

• Repair production and plant equipment, tear down, determine extent of repairs, replace worn or defective parts, reassemble, and make operating adjustments.
• Maintain building and facilities: perform carpentry, plumbing, electrical, sheet metal, and air piping work necessary to make repairs.
• Keep accurate records using current PM software
• Fabricate items such as equipment guards and supports.
• Perform scheduled maintenance duties as assigned (i.e. demand and planned).
• Order supplies and materials as necessary.
• Assist with replacement or installation of facility equipment working with outside contractors.
• Install and relocate manufacturing equipment.
• Prepare for machine installations and/or removal.
• Clean and replace motors and pumps, install power lines, troubleshoot, and repair electric or electronic controls and lighting circuits.
• Assist with facility technician responsibilities as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Flexco, 2525 Wisconsin Avenue, Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America