Senior Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

MacLean-Fogg•Richmond, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Senior Maintenance Technician for 1st Shift at our Richmond, Illinois manufacturing facility. You will diagnose complex equipment issues, lead major repairs and reliability projects, and develop other maintenance technicians.

Requirements

At least five years of maintenance or skilled-trade experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated expertise across multiple technical disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Advanced knowledge of equipment troubleshooting, repair methods, and preventive maintenance.
Ability to identify root causes, develop long-term solutions, and lead reliability improvements.
Proven ability to train and mentor other maintenance technicians.
Strong collaboration skills for working with engineering, quality, operations, contractors, and vendors.
Ability to prioritize complex work and make sound decisions with minimal supervision.
No specific degree or formal education credential is required.

Nice To Haves

Relevant mechanical, electrical, or multi-skill trade certification or license.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment issues.
Plan, coordinate, and complete major equipment repairs, rebuilds, and installations.
Lead root cause analyses for recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
Partner with engineering and operations to improve equipment design, reliability, and efficiency.
Develop standard operating procedures, preventive maintenance practices, and long-term maintenance strategies.
Train, mentor, and certify Level 1 and Level 2 maintenance technicians.
Manage contractors and vendors performing specialized maintenance work.
Lead continuous improvement projects that increase uptime, reduce costs, and strengthen safety while maintaining compliance with safety, environmental, and quality requirements.