Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician

Powell•Northlake, IL

3d•$29 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

A Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of both the facility's infrastructure and its manufacturing equipment. This role ensures that HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems run safely and efficiently, while also performing preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on advanced production machinery (including CNC machinery, welding equipment, and material handling/painting systems). The ideal candidate is a self-driven professional capable of driving continuous improvements, utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and coordinating with external contractors. Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or lead within a team environment are essential for this role.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of 4 years of experience in an industrial maintenance or facilities maintenance role.
Proven experience in industrial equipment installation, troubleshooting, and repair.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair low voltage (12v DC) to high voltage (480v AC 3-Phase) electrical systems, and perform new electrical installations for industrial machinery.
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to safely operate shop equipment, hand/power tools, forklifts, scissor lifts, and industrial machines.
Proficient with basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) and CMMS platforms for record-keeping and machine troubleshooting.
Fluent in English with effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong mathematical ability and the capacity to visually and mentally make priority decisions and independent judgment calls based on the situation at hand.
Self-driven, willing to learn and perform with minimal direction, and capable of driving organizational change.
Ability to work from all types of ladders and elevated structures up to 20 feet in the air using proper lift equipment, harnesses, and Fall Protection Equipment.
Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety shoes, hard hats, bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection, and respirators when required.
Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders.
Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner.
Continuous standing and walking for long periods of time, up to an entire shift.
Frequent use of upper extremities, manual dexterity, working with both arms above shoulders, and using both arms at full length.
Ability to bend and lift heavy materials up to 60+ lbs. repeatedly throughout a single workday.
Typing, punching, or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palms.
Ability to work and concentrate in a noisy environment; specific vision abilities required include close/distance vision, color perception, peripheral vision, depth perception, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Electrical Technology preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs routine tasks including carpentry, lighting repairs, small plumbing fixes, sheetrock, and painting for office make-ready.
Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs manufacturing and fabrication equipment, including CNC Laser Cutting, CNC Turret Punch Press, Robotic Welding, Automated Material Handling, and Automated Powder Coat Painting equipment.
Maintains, troubleshoots, and replaces control devices, hydraulic equipment, pneumatic systems, and electrical circuits.
Reads and interprets assembly drawings, electrical and mechanical schematics, and equipment layouts to source parts and execute repairs.
Utilizes the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to look up parts, track work orders, and maintain precise repair records.
Adheres strictly to all plant safety, environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures while working around traffic, heights, electricity, and heavy machinery.
Assists crew members, works cross-functionally with other job groups, and helps mentor or assist other maintenance technicians.