What would you say to a career that helps keep the world working? One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? Then Lake Cable is looking for you. For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States. Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications. BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER. Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement. Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it’s the only way to do business. If you’re ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters… As a Maintenance Technician, you will be a critical part of keeping our manufacturing team operating at full capacity! The Maintenance Technician responds to and troubleshoots electrical and/or mechanical problems, dismantling, repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining existing machinery and equipment to keep our equipment at it's optimal condition.
Essential Job Functions:
Dismantle, rebuild and reassemble machinery using hand and power tools Installs wiring of electronic devices Installation of a wide range of new and used equipment Wiring new electrical panels by following electrical drawings/prints Installation of both water and electrical plumbing Support required ISO documents/records associated with this department. Observe and listen to operating machinery or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and determine the need for adjustments or repairs Maintains the preventive maintenance on equipment, as scheduled Complete yearly RCRA Hazardous Waste and DOT Initial Training/Annual Review Skills and Abilities Strong mechanical aptitude Knowledge of electrical wiring and components Experience with 120V, 240V, 480V 3 phase and low voltage controls Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, diagrams and blueprints (German equipment) Ability to work independently; self starter May be requested to perform over-time activities Strong written and verbal communication skills Forklift driving experience desired Qualifications Completion of High School, GED or equivalent 2-5 of experience working as a Maintenance Technician or Electrical Technician, maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical problems Knowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements. (Examples: Lock Out/Tag Out, Pinch Points, electrical codes, HMIS/MSDS requirements, waste disposal.) Must comply with all company rules and policies Work Environment While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee operates within a plant environment. The employee is exposed to loud continuous noise from surrounding operating machinery. Physical Demands This is an active role as the employee will work in a manufacturing environment. While performing the essential functions of the job the employee will be required to stand, balance or walk on a consistent basis and may on a frequent basis be required to twist, turn, stoop, squat, kneel, bend or reach. The employee must use safe lifting techniques when lifting objects up to 50 pounds and carry out repetitive hand/wrist movements to include forearm rotation. Specific vision abilities required job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Benefits:
Paid time off 401(k) match Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance (company paid) Voluntary Life/AD&D Voluntary Life/AD&D (child) Short-term disability (company paid) Long-term disability (company paid) Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Referral program Production bonus Competitive pay 7am-3pm = 1st Shift (No Differential) 2pm-10pm = 2nd Shift (10% Differential) 10pm-7am = 3rd Shift (15% Differential)
Compensation details:
30-40 Hourly Wage PIc8cefe8d6e43-25448-412094965c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
