Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance MechanicA global chemical producer in the western Chicago suburbs is going from two shifts to three and needs two experienced mechanics, one for 2nd shift and one for 3rd, to support a continuous, around-the-clock process. The plant spans several levels and runs pumps, mixers, reactors, heating and cooling systems, and motors across multiple process areas. Overtime is available, with more during planned shutdowns.This is a chemical environment with heat and hazardous materials, so safety comes first in everything the team does.What the Job Involves:Maintain and repair pumps, mixers, reactors, motors, piping, valves, and transfer equipment on a continuous processRebuild pumps, service mixers, swap motors, and handle wiringTroubleshoot 480V circuits and VFDs; PLC knowledge helps on some shiftsComplete preventive and predictive work and record it in the CMMSGet equipment back up fast when something fails mid-runWork with production, engineering, and QC on what gets fixed firstSupport quarterly shutdowns and the annual plant turnaroundFollow PSM, OSHA, LOTO, and site safety proceduresWhat They Need:AAS or maintenance certifications, or 10+ years of manufacturing maintenance in place of thatChemical, process, or industrial manufacturing experience requiredStrong mechanical skills with pumps, mixers, motors, and piping480V and VFD troubleshooting preferred, and especially valuable for 3rd shiftPSM experience a plusPLC knowledge a plus, not requiredSolid understanding of OSHA, LOTO, and hazardous material handlingMust bring own basic hand tools