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Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (Military Veterans Encouraged)

$40.89 per hour
Full-time

Blue United Sourcing

NOW HIRING: INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - MANUFACTURING *Military Veterans Highly Encouraged to Apply!* U.S. Navy Machinist's Mate (MM) and Engineman (EN), U.S. Army 91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic, U.S. Air Force 2F0X1 Fuels Specialist, and U.S. Coast Guard Machinery Technician (MK), etc.

OVERVIEW

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic - Night Shift Location: Wheeling, IL Schedule: 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM | 2-2-3 Rotating Compensation: Starting at $40.89/hour + Shift Differentials + Overtime Opportunities. Equates to an annual compensation range of $90,000 - $100,000. Employment: Full-Time W2, Direct Hire Required Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience as a mechanic or technician in a manufacturing or distribution environment required.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We are placing a Maintenance Mechanic on behalf of a global leader in manufacturing. This position plays a critical role in maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This opportunity is an excellent fit for military veterans transitioning into civilian industry who have experience maintaining pumps, valves, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, rotating equipment, or industrial machinery. Veterans with backgrounds such as U.S. Navy Machinist's Mate (MM) and Engineman (EN), U.S. Army 91B Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic, U.S. Air Force 2F0X1 Fuels Specialist, and U.S. Coast Guard Machinery Technician (MK) often possess the mechanical troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and systems knowledge that align closely with the requirements of this position. Whether you served aboard ships, maintained tactical vehicles, supported industrial utilities, or worked on mechanical systems in a production environment, your technical expertise can translate directly into this role. We value candidates who take ownership of equipment reliability, thrive in hands-on environments, and bring a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and mission accomplishment. This is not an entry-level maintenance role. Candidates must be able to discuss their experience in detail and demonstrate strong mechanical knowledge gained in a manufacturing, industrial, military, or distribution environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

These are non-negotiable minimum requirements. Please review carefully before applying. Education: High school diploma or GED What we Need to See: 1 year of experience as a mechanic or technician in a manufacturing or distribution environment Hands-on experience with Industrial gearboxes and pumps Experience troubleshooting, repairing, rebuilding, or maintaining rotating equipment Must be 18+ years of age Must be authorized to work in the U.S. — no sponsorship available for this role Required Technical Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial mechanical equipment Experience using preventative maintenance programs and CMMS systems Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills PLC familiarity and exposure Strongly Preferred: 2 + years of maintenance experience as a mechanic or technician in a manufacturing/distribution environment Have industrial, electrical, and/or welding certification or license 1 year of maintenance experience applying electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic concepts 1 year work experience troubleshooting or programming PLCs Electrical knowledge is a big plus, especially high-voltage Experience with: Liquid transfer systems Diaphragm pumps Conveyers Pump and valve maintenance Pneumatic manufacturing

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Performing preventive and predictive maintenance on production and facility equipment Troubleshooting and repair mechanical equipment failures to minimize downtime Diagnosing root causes of equipment breakdowns and implement corrective actions Repairing, rebuilding, and replacing mechanical components as needed Inspecting, maintaining, and servicing pumps, gearboxes, valves, conveyors, and related equipment Assisting with electrical troubleshooting and minor electrical repairs Performing pipefitting and equipment installation projects Maintaining HVAC, lighting, water, sewer, and facility systems Completing maintenance work orders and documentation using CMMS systems Supporting equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives Maintaining a safe, organized, and clean work environment Collaborating with production, engineering, and operations teams to improve equipment performance MILITARY VETERANS & MILITARY SPOUSES — YOU BELONG HERE Blue United Sourcing is a Veteran-Owned Small Business, and we actively recruit from the military community. You are strongly encouraged to apply. Don’t fit the criteria for this role? Join our Talent Network to be matched with future job openings that fit your experience and career goals. Blue United Sourcing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Visit us: Connect with us: LinkedIn Medical, Dental, Vision coverage 401(k) with company match Pension Plan Performance bonus opportunities Employee referral bonuses Tuition and educational assistance programs Ongoing training and development opportunities

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