Maintenance Mechanic

PATCO•Dolton, IL

21d•$0 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

PATCO Products is looking for an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join their manufacturing team in Dolton, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, solving mechanical problems, and ensuring manufacturing operations run safely and efficiently. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment and systems. This position performs mechanical repairs and minor electrical/instrumentation work, including installing, adjusting, repairing, replacing, dismantling, and rebuilding equipment and components according to schematics, work instructions, and established safety procedures. This is a second-shift position working 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM. Overtime and weekend work may be required based on maintenance and repair needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 2 years of industrial maintenance experience or experience in a related field.
Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment required.
Strong understanding of mechanical equipment and manufacturing operations.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Basic computer skills for maintenance documentation and recordkeeping.
Ability to understand and interpret piping schematics and blueprints.

Nice To Haves

Technical or trade school education preferred.
Mechanical trade and welding skills preferred.
Food or beverage manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Inspect, identify, diagnose, troubleshoot, and correct mechanical and pneumatic equipment issues.
Install, maintain, repair, adjust, dismantle, and rebuild equipment and control systems according to schematics and work instructions.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to support safe and reliable plant operations.
Troubleshoot equipment failures and determine appropriate repairs or replacement parts.
Follow all required safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space procedures, hot work permits, and Class I, Division 2 hazardous-area precautions.
Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Perform equipment tests, collect data, and maintain accurate maintenance logs and records.
Use basic computer systems to document maintenance activities and equipment information.
Order replacement parts and assist with maintaining accurate parts inventory.
Read and interpret piping schematics, blueprints, and equipment documentation.
Work collaboratively with Production, Maintenance, and other plant teams to minimize downtime and support operational needs.
Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.