Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Kerry•Chicago, IL

15h•$32 - $40

About The Position

As a Maintenance Technician at Fleischmann's Vinegar in Chicago, Illinois, you will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across electrical, mechanical, and facility systems. You will use diagrams, sketches, manuals, and manufacturer specifications to maintain and repair pumps, motors, pneumatic valves, instrumentation, and other process equipment. The role supports plant operations through equipment inspections and repairs, electrical and mechanical work, piping, and qualified welding and fabrication. You will also support plant projects, coordinate with Engineering, operators, and outside contractors or vendors, follow safety and quality requirements, and use SAP/MVP to document work, track parts, and support maintenance planning and reporting. The position is on 2nd shift, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, plus vocational or trade training to meet job requirements.
Five years of experience in building maintenance and machinery repair.
Welding experience; ability to weld on pipe is required.
Ability to repair and maintain instrumentation and low-voltage circuits.
Knowledge of basic 110/480V electrical wiring or equivalent.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and flowcharts.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to spot inconsistencies and correct errors.
Ability to run and repair PVC piping.
General knowledge of ammonia systems and compressors.
Critical thinking skills, including using logic and reasoning to evaluate options and solve problems.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on plant equipment and facility systems.
Troubleshoot and repair plant equipment and facility systems.
Troubleshoot motors and controls and install conduit and wiring for motors, lighting, and control devices such as valves and limit switches.
Perform mechanical and piping work involving pumps, seals, bearings, valves, PVC piping, and welded piping.
Provide welding and fabrication support as qualified.
Support plant projects and coordinate work with Engineering, operators, and outside contractors or vendors as needed.
Follow safety and quality requirements and help ensure maintenance work is completed using safe procedures.
Use SAP/MVP to document work, track parts, and support maintenance planning and reporting.