Electro​/Mechanical Technician

Take part in the Sustainability Industry!

Every day in 25 countries, we (9,000 people) create the sustainable solutions the world needs by inventing the technologies of tomorrow across the entire spectrum of industry: from metallurgy to advanced logistics, from cement plants to the tech industry, from the IoT to aerospace.

By Joining Fives, you'll become an entrepreneur who is involved in the design and management of the project from start to finish. Come and work with a group of passionate women and men, proud to be pioneers and above all proud to make the world move forward.

Founded in 1812, Fives is an international industrial engineering company that has invented and designed sustainable solutions and technologies for more than 200 years.

As the Electro/Mechanical Technician, you will join our local division, Gardner Abrasives, who has been a global leader in high‑precision abrasive grinding wheels since 1905.

Join our team and contribute to a better world by helping provide essential abrasive grinding solutions that keep entire factories operational, foster job creation and deliver precision products worldwide. Our abrasive grinding wheels help create medical devices, energy solutions, transportation, and much more.

Pay Range: $32-$37/hr. (based on experience)

At Fives we all have a part to play in achieving our common purpose. Your role will be to:

• Electrical troubleshooting skills should include AC / DC equipment power and control circuitry. (examples: motors, relays, contractors, VFDs, limit switches and proximity sensors, etc.)
• Diagnose problems, plan corrective action, and complete repair requirements to restore machines and equipment to full operating condition, with a strong electrical focus.
• Capable of reading and comprehending machine and equipment maintenance manuals, related parts diagrams, prints and electrical schematics.
• Strong problem solving skills to troubleshoot new and antiquated custom equipment.
• Contribute to planning and repair stages of machine and equipment installation and rebuild projects.
• Self‑motivated and can work independently with minimal guidance, as well as in a team setting.

At Fives Landis Corp (Gardner Abrasives) you will join the Maintenance team. Conveniently located South Beloit, IL a short distance from Beloit, WI or Rockford, IL.

We are seeking a candidate who is passionate and driven to continuously learn. Are you a tinkerer with an inventive mind who likes to work with your hands? Then we are eager to change the world with you!

By joining our team at Fives, you will be part of a company that believes in your success and growth.

We will provide an environment where you can learn, grow, and develop, both professionally and personally. We provide training, and other benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching and 13 paid holidays.