Industrial Maintenance Tech: PLC, Electrical & Mechanical

HIRING IMMEDIATELY: MULTI-CRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN IN WAUKEGAN, IL Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician to join our team in Waukegan, Illinois. maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of manufacturing equipment and systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production operations. This role requires multi-craft expertise across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic PLC systems, with a strong focus on minimizing downtime and improving equipment performance. Apply online and kickstart your career today! Pay, Schedule, and Location Starting at $33-$55/hour Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision 1st (6am-3pm), 2nd (2pm-11pm), 3rd (10pm-8am) Located in Waukegan, Illinois Duties and Responsibilities Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime. Maintain and repair equipment including filling machines, conveyors, pumps, compressors, chillers, cappers, and labeling systems. Install, align, and test new machinery and production equipment. Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system failures. Troubleshoot equipment such as motors, gear systems, bearings, pumps, valves, and automated production machinery. Perform root cause analysis to identify failure points and prevent recurrence. Execute precision repairs including alignments, adjustments, and fabrication welding as needed. Work with 480V 3-phase electrical systems safely and effectively. Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control circuits. Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, including Allen-Bradley PLCs and VFDs. Ensure compliance with basic electrical code requirements during maintenance activities. Maintain accurate maintenance records using CMMS or similar systems. Follow manufacturer manuals, blueprints, and work instructions for all repair and installation activities. Support audit readiness by ensuring all maintenance documentation is complete and accurate. Adhere to all company safety standards and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and uptime. Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance and operational efficiency. Assist in training and mentoring junior maintenance technicians and sharing technical expertise. Requirements and Qualifications 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a multi-craft maintenance role within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical wiring, hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC fundamentals. Experience with automated and PLC-controlled equipment is highly preferred. Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex production equipment including pumps, conveyors, filling systems, labeling machines, compressors, and chillers. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals. Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and root-cause analysis skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. High School Diploma or GED required. Technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance, electrical, mechanical, or related field preferred. — (Salary range based on experience) — ABOUT ACCURATE PERSONNEL Do you need your next job fast? Accurate Personnel is here to help! As an industry-leading full-service staffing agency, we have all the tools you need to start earning that next paycheck soon. Send us your application and our team will instantly get to work on finding you the right placement to fit your needs. Accurate Personnel has provided temporary job services and direct hire searches for 45 years. Our expertise has allowed us to grow from a regional Chicagoland office into a nationwide search firm that services over 500 clients while never losing sight of personalized service. Let Accurate work for you. Apply with us today! — Accurate Personnel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr