About this opportunity
Aerotek lists this Maintenance Technician opportunity in mccook, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Pay: $30-36 per hour
Schedule: 1st Shift (8am-5pm)
Are you a problem-solver who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment and keeping operations running smoothly? We're looking for an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our growing maintenance team in a stable, profitable manufacturing environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for mechanically and electrically skilled professionals who want to work on a wide variety of industrial equipment, expand their technical expertise, and be recognized for their contributions. You'll play a key role in maintaining production equipment while working alongside a team of experienced technicians in a safety-focused environment.
Why You'll Want to Apply
Competitive compensation with opportunities for raises and performance incentives
Stable company with long-term career growth potential
First-shift schedule for strong work-life balance
Diverse hands-on work with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled equipment
Collaborative maintenance team that values knowledge-sharing and teamwork
Company-provided PPE, tools, and uniforms
Work at a steady, professional pace focused on quality and reliability
Opportunity to develop and expand your technical skills
What You'll Do
As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting a wide range of manufacturing equipment to support safe and efficient plant operations.
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery, production equipment, and facility systems.
Perform preventative maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues.
Maintain and repair pumps, compressors, motors, conveyors, boilers, reactors, kettles, gearboxes, cooling towers, vessels, and piping systems.
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and electrical systems.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
Repair or replace defective components using hand and power tools.
Support facility and building maintenance projects as needed.
Coordinate parts ordering and inventory to ensure maintenance readiness.
Document maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history.
Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout protocols.
Assist with field maintenance and outdoor equipment repairs when necessary.
Utilize welding and fabrication skills to support repair projects.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing, processing, or production environment.
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
Experience working with motors, pumps, compressors, conveyors, boilers, piping systems, and production machinery.
Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
PLC troubleshooting and electrical diagnostic experience.
Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics.
Understanding of preventative maintenance programs.
Strong commitment to workplace safety and lockout/tagout procedures.
Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
TIG, Stick, or MIG welding experience.
Experience in chemical, process, manufacturing, refinery, food processing, or industrial production facilities.
Familiarity with gearboxes, cooling towers, reactors, and pressure vessels.
Field service or heavy industrial maintenance experience.
Experience maintaining older industrial equipment and machinery.
Work Environment
This position offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of industrial equipment in a manufacturing facility where no two days are exactly alike. You'll join a team of experienced maintenance professionals who take pride in solving problems, improving equipment reliability, and supporting production success.
The facility operates on 1st Shift (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and provides the tools, protective equipment, and support needed to work safely and effectively. Technicians enjoy a hands-on environment where their skills are valued, their ideas are heard, and their performance is recognized.
Ideal Candidates May Have Experience As:
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Maintenance Mechanic
Multi-Craft Technician
Maintenance Electrician
Electro-Mechanical Technician
Industrial Mechanic
Plant Maintenance Technician
Field Service Technician
Controls Technician
Industrial Electrician
Mechanical Technician
Reliability Technician
If you're looking for a stable opportunity where you can apply your mechanical and electrical expertise, continue growing your technical skills, and make a direct impact on production operations, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that values safety, reliability, and craftsmanship.
Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mc Cook, IL.
Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Mc Cook, IL.
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.
Who can apply
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