Equip. Maint. Tech. II

About Us:

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy.


Job/Position Summary

As an equipment maintenance tech II, you will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, repair equipment and machinery, and production process equipment in accordance with specifications, operating manual, schematics and drawings.


Major Areas of Responsibility

• Follow all safety, quality procedures, and work instructions.

• Perform preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose infrequent problems with processes and equipment with minimal direction or documentation.
• Evaluate equipment performance and improvements; perform moderately complex procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping in the work area.
• Other related duties as directed by management.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3-5 years related experience. Experience in lieu of education can be considered.
• Associates Degree with 2-5 years related experience desired.
• Reading, writing and communicating in English.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Training entry level technicians.
• Efficient in troubleshooting and repairing 75% of production equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment desired and understanding of preventative maintenance.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Good understanding of various machine set-up and equipment operations.
• Ability to perform routine computer data entry and queries is required.
• Knowledge of basic computer operations.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to complete work assignments for the week with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal communications skills.
• Must be able to communicate well with other Technicians and Engineers for direction, to include shift to shift pass down.
• Ability to share technical observations with other Technicians.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to comply with requirements for respirator usage.
• Ability to lift material and equipment weighing up to 45lbs throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in confined places.

United States EEO Statement

CTS Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CTS Corporation will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It has been and shall continue to be both the official policy and the commitment of CTS Corporation to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of, among other characteristics, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

ADA accommodation statement: If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. All other applications must be submitted online.

United States Additional Considerations

It is unlawful in all states where the Company operates, including Massachusetts, to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates applicable laws may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The Company does not require a lie detector test as a condition of employment nor continued employment.


Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

No agencies, please. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes and are not looking to engage an agency. We receive inquiries from agencies daily. Do not direct any inquiries or emails to hiring managers. It is not our standard practice to utilize agencies; we are a federal contractor and need to comply with the same process for all.


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