Maintenance, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Electrical Technician to join a food production plant located in Manteno, IL. This role is available on either the 1st or 2nd shift and offers a competitive pay scale between $32.00 and $38.00 per hour within a professional, high-quality work setting.

You will be responsible for the upkeep, installation, and diagnostic repair of electrical infrastructure, ensuring that food manufacturing operations remain efficient and productive.

• Perform installation and maintenance tasks on electrical infrastructure, such as panels, motors, wiring, and conduit systems.
• Set up electrical hardware for production lines to help maintain full compliance with all safety and industry regulations.
• Execute regular preventive maintenance checks to proactively detect and resolve issues, thereby minimizing operational downtime.
• Utilize specialized diagnostic tools to identify and resolve complex electrical failures.
• Restore system performance by replacing or repairing damaged electrical parts like circuit breakers, relays, and switches.
• Manage the programming and upkeep of Programmable Logic Controllers to ensure smooth automated machinery performance.
• Perform repairs and diagnostics on HMIs, VFDs, and various PLC systems.
• Evaluate electrical risks and perform safety inspections to help foster a secure environment for all personnel.
• Offer technical guidance and instruction to team members regarding the safe usage and basic troubleshooting of electrical equipment.

• Ability to analyze and understand technical manuals, electrical blueprints, and schematics.
• Comprehensive understanding of power distribution, control circuits, and AC/DC motor systems.
• Practical background in the repair, troubleshooting, and programming of PLCs.
• Working knowledge of automation hardware, including HMIs and VFDs.
• Expertise in operating diagnostic tools like insulation testers, oscilloscopes, and multimeters to ensure accurate system testing.
• Completion of high school or an equivalent educational program.
• At least five years of professional experience in industrial electrical roles, with a preference for those with a background in food manufacturing.