Electro Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

**Job description:

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**Location: Chicago, IL 60638 United States

2nd Shift (Monday - Friday) 3:00PM to 11:00PM CST

Pay Rate: $42.97/hour with Benefits

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Schedule: 40 hours/week**

**Key Responsibilities:

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• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems supporting chemical manufacturing operations.
• Diagnose and repair motors, drives, PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, conveyors, pumps, mixers, and automated production systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment reliability, uptime, and production efficiency.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation, control devices, and electrical components used in chemical processing operations.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), hazardous energy control, and chemical handling procedures.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives and root cause corrective actions.

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**Requirements:

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• Associate degree or technical certification in Electromechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 5 + years of electro-mechanical maintenance experience in a chemical, manufacturing, processing, or industrial environment.
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs, VFDs, motors, instrumentation, and automated production equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems (120V–480V), mechanical systems, and industrial safety practices.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and respond effectively to production equipment breakdowns.