Senior Maintenance Technician
Senior Maintenance Technician, Lead Track | Family-Owned Manufacturing
Location: Elmhurst, IL (On-site)
Pay: $35.00 to $45.00 per hour plus bonus potential
Schedule: 1st shift, four 10-hour days (Monday to Thursday)
Overview
A family-run manufacturer that has been operating for close to a century needs a mechanically sharp technician to keep its production equipment in top shape. The maintenance team is small and the machines are well cared for. The person running maintenance today is a few years from retirement and wants to hand the department to someone who learns it inside and out. Safety drives everything here, people stay for decades, and the company runs a second plant in the western suburbs.
What the Job Involves
· Repairing and rebuilding a range of production machinery hands-on
· Tracking down mechanical failures quickly and getting lines back up
· Handling light electrical tasks such as swapping motors, checking drive faults, and basic PLC troubleshooting
· Running the preventive maintenance calendar and keeping repair records current
· Learning every machine in the building from the current maintenance lead, with a clear path to running the department
· Keeping the shop safe and organized
· Visiting the second plant from time to time when needed
What They Need
· High school diploma or GED; technical degree, maintenance certifications, or about three years of hands-on military or plant maintenance experience preferred
· Background maintaining equipment in a manufacturing, industrial, or military setting
· Basic electrical skills with motors, drives, and PLC fault finding
· A strong troubleshooter who wants to keep learning
· Veterans are very welcome
· Someone looking for a long-term home
What's on the Table
· $35.00 to $45.00 per hour, plus a performance bonus
· Medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company match
· Four-day work week
