AWS Heat Treat- Maintenance Technician II
About The Position
Heat Treat Maintenance Technician II East Peoria, IL $26–$30/hr (DOE) + Shift Differential + OT Opportunities AWS Schedule | 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (12-hour night shifts) Full-Time Work on Critical Heat Treat Equipment If you’ve got experience with heat treat furnaces and enjoy troubleshooting real industrial equipment, this is a hands-on role where your work directly keeps production moving. You’ll be working on high-temperature systems, mechanical equipment, and electrical components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. A Day in the Life Start your shift reviewing work orders and overnight priorities Inspect and troubleshoot heat treat furnaces and support systems Diagnose issues with motors, burners, pumps, and control systems Perform preventive maintenance (lubrication, adjustments, inspections) Jump in on breakdowns to get equipment back up fast Replace components like bearings, belts, valves, and electrical parts Work with other techs to solve recurring issues Log completed work in CMMS before shift handoff What You’ll Work On Heat treat furnaces and temperature control systems Burners, gas systems, and high-heat equipment Motors, pumps, compressors, and drive systems Electrical panels, wiring, and control components Facility HVAC and support systems Tools & Technology: Multimeters and electrical diagnostic tools Hand tools, power tools, and precision tools CMMS/work order systems (PLC or controls experience is a plus) What You’ll Do Troubleshoot and repair mechanical & electrical issues Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime Support installation and startup of equipment Maintain accurate maintenance records in CMMS Follow all safety standards (LOTO, PPE, etc.) Help improve equipment reliability and performance
Requirements
- 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience
- Heat treat furnace experience required
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read schematics and technical manuals
- Experience with maintenance systems (CMMS)
- Safety-first mindset (LOTO knowledge required)
Nice To Haves
- PLC or controls experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical & electrical issues
- Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime
- Support installation and startup of equipment
- Maintain accurate maintenance records in CMMS
- Follow all safety standards (LOTO, PPE, etc.)
- Help improve equipment reliability and performance
Benefits
- Competitive pay + shift differential + OT
- Stable full-time role with growth potential
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
