Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a well-established manufacturing company in the Itasca area. This is a direct-hire, 1st-shift opportunity offering competitive pay, long-term stability, and the chance to work hands-on with a variety of industrial manufacturing equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong electro-mechanical maintenance background and experience troubleshooting and repairing production equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production machinery
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment
• Troubleshoot motors, VFDs, sensors, switches, electrical components, and industrial controls
• Repair and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Work with conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, pumps, and other mechanical systems
• Diagnose equipment failures and minimize production downtime
• Perform equipment adjustments, installations, and component replacements
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals
• Support preventive maintenance programs and maintain accurate maintenance records
• Work closely with production employees to identify recurring equipment issues and improve reliability

Ideal Background:

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience preferred
• Experience maintaining equipment in a manufacturing, metalworking, fabrication, stamping, or similar industrial environment
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including 3-phase motors and 480V equipment
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, VFDs, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, and motors
• Welding/fabrication experience is a plus
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment independently and work effectively in a fast-paced production environment

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• $32–$38/hr, depending on experience
• 1st shift
• Direct-hire, permanent position
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Variety of equipment and hands-on troubleshooting work
• Opportunity to utilize both mechanical and electrical maintenance skills

If you have a strong industrial maintenance background and are looking for a stable 1st-shift opportunity in the Itasca area, apply today to learn more.