Maintenance Technician

We are a national staffing firm and are currently seeking a Maintenance Technician for a prominent client of ours.

This position is located in Lake County, IL 60064.

• Pay: $32-35/hr based on experience.
• 1-year assignment, possibility for conversion/extension based on business needs.
• Monday-Friday: 5:30am-2:00pm EST. (Onsite)
• The position will be mainly responsible for performing routine testing and work on the most complex ESE systems and equipment including clean rooms and biohazardous facilities; will troubleshoot mechanical problems and perform all required tasks and make repairs necessary to return the equipment to operation in a timely manner.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.
  • Performs advanced mechanical tasks and preventative maintenance (PM) procedures on all Environmental Systems Equipment (ESE), including decontamination of equipment and facilities. Performs test and balance of clean room systems, terminal filters and labs.
  • Work includes troubleshooting, ordering parts and installation of parts and material on equipment such as constant volume control boxes, fractional horsepower motors, variable frequency drives, unit c
  • May install belts, gaskets, etc. on ESE equipment utilizing a variety of gauges, tools and test equipment including pressure gauges, leak detectors, torque wrenches, multimeters, ammeters, etc.
  • Understands basic test and balance theories including relationships of total/static/velocity pressure, static losses in ductwork systems, static regain, fan laws, and effective ventilation
  • Assists in ensuring that GMP and safe work policies and procedures are followed and always maintained, in accordance with established company policies and effectively communicates job status to customers.
  • Orders material and parts from the stockroom and initiates work orders and various other forms that may be required.
  • Must have knowledge in the use of flow hood, vel grid and pitot tube for test and balancing.
  • Has the knowledge and experience to perform advanced troubleshooting and mechanical repairs on various devices including fans, valves, actuators, etc. Must be knowledgeable in the use of mechanical hand tools and test equipment including multimeters, flow hoods, etc.
  • Support HVAC group with preventive and demand work as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience increasing job knowledge and formal training and responsibility in the field of ESE system maintenance.
• Advanced understanding of HVAC theory and application to air handling systems in a commercial and/or industrial environment.
• Familiar with CMMS functions that pertain to maintenance, PM and related activities.

• Referral Bonus for any candidate who is hired and still gainfully employed after 30 days.