Job Description

Maintenance Technician – Electrical & Mechanical

Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc. is hiring a Maintenance Technician – Electrical & Mechanical for a manufacturing facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional with strong electrical troubleshooting, mechanical maintenance, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) skills. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing industrial equipment, maintaining electrical and mechanical systems, and supporting safe, reliable production operations.

Schedule & Pay

• Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Pay: $30.00 per hour
• Full-time hours available
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Diagnostics: Troubleshoot, test, and repair industrial low- and high-voltage power distribution systems, including 3-phase circuits up to 450V–480V, motor starters, VFDs, electrical panels, sensors, and control systems.
• Mechanical Maintenance: Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machinery, conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, and other mechanical components.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical equipment failures and identify root causes to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Safely perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures before maintenance, repair, or servicing of equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals.
• Test electrical components and circuits using appropriate diagnostic and test equipment.
• Repair, replace, and install motors, controls, sensors, switches, electrical components, and mechanical parts.
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, rebuilds, and upgrades.
• Respond to emergency equipment breakdowns and provide timely troubleshooting and repairs.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, parts usage, and equipment issues.
• Work closely with production and maintenance personnel to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, electrical safety procedures, and LOTO requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Experience working with 3-phase electrical systems up to 450V–480V.
• Strong mechanical maintenance and repair skills.
• Experience troubleshooting motors, motor starters, VFDs, electrical panels, sensors, and control systems.
• Knowledge of and hands-on experience with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Experience using electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work safely around energized and mechanical equipment in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as needed.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may be hot, cold, wet, noisy, or physically demanding.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits of Working with Nexus Employment

• $30.00 per hour
• 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM shift
• Weekly pay
• Full-time hours available
• Long-term opportunity
• Fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to grow within the company

How to Apply

Apply in person at the Nexus Employment Solutions Plus Niles location.

Nexus Employment Solutions Plus

7900 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 12

Niles, IL 60714

Please bring 2 forms of identification when applying.

AI Disclosure

Our recruitment process may include AI-assisted tools to support candidate evaluation. These tools do not replace human decision-making. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.