Maintenance Technician, up to $43-45/hr. + benefits, Northwest Chicago

One of my client companies is seeking a Maintenance Technician for their facility in the northwestern section of Chicago, IL. Hourly pay is up to $43-45/hr. - both day and evening shifts are available.

Job description:

PURPOSE: To maintain all production equipment, building and surrounding area in a large scale, multi-site commercial laundry. Both day and night shift positions available. Responsibilities and compensation will be based on previous experience.

JOB SUMMARY: Start-up & shut down plant machinery each day. Perform safe operation of water heating equipment. Respond to maintenance calls in timely manner. Inspect, diagnose, repair, and test commercial laundry equipment, including: ironers, folders, tunnel washers, conventional washers, and side-loaders. Log parts used for reordering. Perform preventative maintenance on washers, dryers, and other specialty laundry equipment. Customize equipment for laundry processes to improve efficiency, ergonomics, safety, and malfunctions. Work with vendors to repair or install new equipment. Perform lockout/tagout and other safety procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Have excellent attendance

Utilize CMMS system to log all work and perform preventative maintenance
Have advanced knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
Be able to work individually or assist other team members in troubleshooting and repairs
Must be able to operate scissors lift, boom lift, and forklift safely
Follow all company safety rules
Be able to follow directions given by their team lead and/or supervisor
Follow all company policies and procedures
Possess and maintain a positive attitude
Keep work area and the company premises safe, clean and organized
Be able to work past the schedule as production issues may arise, or work additional shifts as needed (weekends, evenings, emergency call-ins)
Perform any other duties as supervisor/manager sees fit

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Be able to stand on feet up to 12 hours a day

Minimum of 1 year experience with laundry production maintenance
Sufficient manual dexterity to work on equipment
Must be able to lift and move up to 50lb
Must be able to consistently meet physical requirements such as bending, twisting, pushing, and pulling
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off
Experience:

Mechanic: 1 year (Required)

Commercial/ Industrial Laundry: 1 year (Required)
Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

English (Required)
Ability to Commute: