Technician-Advanced

S&C Electric Company•Chicago, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner! The Advanced Maintenance Technician independently maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs a wide range of CNC, robotic, and automated manufacturing equipment. This role is a key problem solver on the shop floor, handling most breakdowns without assistance, supporting junior technicians, and contributing to equipment reliability and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

Approximately 5 years experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance
Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills across rotating and precision equipment
Solid AC/DC electrical diagnostic skills
Working knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment (I/O, fault diagnostics, safe recovery)
Proficient in hydraulic and pneumatic system troubleshooting
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and blueprints
Experience with CNC equipment maintenance and automated production systems
Competent use of precision measurement tools and alignment equipment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

Technical certificate or Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or Electro‑Mechanical Technology
Experience in high‑mix or automated manufacturing environments
Exposure to robotic programming interfaces or advanced CNC diagnostics
Reliability, TPM, or continuous improvement experience

Responsibilities

Independently perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Diagnose and repair mechanical failures involving spindles, bearings, ball screws, gearboxes, and drive systems
Troubleshoot electrical systems including motors, sensors, interlocks, safety circuits, and VFDs
Perform PLC-based troubleshooting using I/O status, fault codes, and basic online monitoring
Recover and restart CNC and robotic systems following equipment faults or process upsets
Support robotic cells including tooling, alignment, and basic safety validation
Perform precision alignment, leveling, and calibration of equipment
Fabricate and repair components using manual machining, cutting, fitting, and welding
Execute MIG welding and basic TIG welding for equipment and fixture repair
Assist with machine installations, upgrades, and moderate rebuild activities
Accurately document work, root cause, and recommendations in CMMS
Provide day‑to‑day guidance and informal mentoring to junior technicians
Adhere to all safety, lockout/tagout, and environmental requirements
Perform simple to moderate repairs and maintenance tasks on facility systems, including HVAC/electrical, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
Move facility equipment and parts throughout the facility using a variety of material handling equipment, including hoists and cranes.