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Maintenance Mechanic
Location: Bedford Park, IL
Schedule: Multiple jobs on mulitple shifts available
Compensation: $45 - $65 per hour based on experience and education + optional overtime
About the Company: This established chemical manufacturer has been in business for over 70 years and operates out of a large production facility in the Western suburbs. The company runs a multiple-shift operation and has built a strong reputation for stability, consistent reinvestment in equipment, and long-term employee retention. Leadership prioritizes upgrading machinery regularly, keeping equipment modern and efficient. The facility is organized, well-maintained, and focused on productivity and safety.
About the Role: We are hiring several Maintenance Mechanic to support production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a day-shift role with consistent hours and optional overtime, typically around 10-15 hours per week The focus is strong mechanical troubleshooting. You will work with pneumatic systems, limited hydraulics, and some electrical components including basic PLC exposure. The ideal candidate is hands-on, comfortable reading blueprints and schematics, and confident diagnosing equipment issues in a production setting. Industry background is not important. What matters is solid mechanical troubleshooting experience in manufacturing.
Responsibilities:
  • Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repairs on industrial production equipment
  • Maintain and repair pneumatic systems and limited hydraulic components
  • Assist with basic electrical troubleshooting, including minor PLC-related work
  • Read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics
  • Complete preventive maintenance tasks to minimize downtime
  • Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions
  • Work closely with production to ensure safe and efficient equipment operation
  • Maintain accurate maintenance documentation
What We’re Looking For:
  • 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environmentment
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with pneumatic systems and some hydraulic exposure
  • Basic electrical troubleshooting ability: PLC familiarity is a plus
  • Ability to read blueprints and schematicsAAS degree or Maintenance certifications preferred
  • Dependable, hands-on, and comfortable working in a production setting
Compensation & Benefits: $45 - $65 per hour based on experience and education Overtime hourly rate Overtime is optional, but candidates should ideally expect approximately 5 hours per week Comprehensive, low-cost health benefits Profit sharing Pension plan Stable company with long-term leadership and strong employee tenure If you are a mechanically strong maintenance technician looking for a stable first-shift role with consistent hours, strong benefits, and long-term security, this is an excellent opportunity to consider.

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