Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for our 3rd shift to ensure the proper functioning and safety of our warehouse, labeling department, and building machinery. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the assembly, installation, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of machinery and equipment, with a focus on safety improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Assemble, install, and maintain warehouse machinery and equipment.
• Repair and install hydraulic systems, pumps, and flow systems.
• Conduct maintenance wiring and installation of motors, switches, and power circuits.
• Inspect and repair motors, switches, junction boxes, circuit breakers, and transformers.
• Perform preventive and running repairs and corrections.
• Install, connect, adjust, and calibrate electrical gauges and recording instruments.
• Follow lock out tag out procedures.
• Maintain open communication with supervisors and employees regarding task changes.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and other safety standards.
• Support electrical maintenance and capital projects efficiently.
• Coordinate with management to maintain electrical parts and supplies.
• Troubleshoot PLC systems and develop electrical staff skills.
• Provide input to management regarding plant electrical maintenance needs.
• Assist in maintaining warehouse security and conduct operations safely.

Essential

Skills:

• Proficiency in using test equipment such as multimeters, amp meters, and ohm meters.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, circuit diagrams, and ladder logic diagrams.
• Experience with solid state circuitry, high voltage D.C. rectifier, and control circuits.
• Knowledge of 480V three-phase systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment controlled by P.C. controllers and mechanical equipment sequencers.
• 5-7+ years of Multi-Craft Maintenance Mechanic experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Pass a Multi-Craft Aptitude Test (Mechanical and Electrical).

Additional Skills &

Qualifications:

• Experience in troubleshooting panels, VFDs, power sources, and re-wiring.
• Understanding of electrical schematics and PLC troubleshooting.
• Experience in hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education considered.

Why Work Here?

Join a union facility that is an industry leader in canned goods distribution. We offer annual merit increases and promote from within, providing leadership opportunities. Employees receive PPE, financial assistance for safety glasses, and footwear allowance, ensuring a safe and supportive work environment.

Work Environment:

Work on 12-hour shifts with balanced day/night exposure, every other weekend off. Shifts are from 6pm-6am, repeating cleanly every 28 days. Dress code includes glasses, helmet, steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, shorts, t-shirt, and a hi-vis vest or bright attire.

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochelle, IL.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $34.98/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Final date to receive applications:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Rochelle, IL.