Maintenance Technician

Job Description

A metal manufacturing organization in the northwest suburbs is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician t o support machine reliability and daily shop-floor operations. This role is ideal for someone with strong machine maintenance experience who can also step in across manufacturing functions as production needs change.

Employment Type : Direct Hire

Location : Elgin IL 60123

Schedule : 1st Shift, Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Pay : $28 to $32 per hour, based on experience

Responsibilities :

• Inspect machinery and equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs) according to established schedules
• Troubleshoot and repair production machinery and shop equipment
• Support maintenance activities that minimize downtime and keep operations moving
• Fill in across a variety of shop-floor positions as needed
• Follow workplace safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Read and interpret shop drawings and use basic math for maintenance and production tasks

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework or training in machine shop, wood shop, or metal shop preferred
• At least five years of experience in a metal fabrication, welding, tool and die, or similar manufacturing environment
• Hands-on machine repair and maintenance experience, including PMIs
• Strong mechanical aptitude, communication skills, and basic math ability
• Ability to read shop drawings
• Trade school training or a two-year technical degree is a plus
• Prior lead or supervisory experience and bilingual Spanish/English skills are preferred

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, handle materials, and work around machinery throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a manufacturing environment with noise, vibration, temperature changes, and other typical shop conditions

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Sabrina Herrera


Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.

As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.

Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.

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