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Maintenance Technician / Electrician, Industrial Manufacturing

111K–156K
Onsite · Chicago, Illinois
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Own electrical and mechanical upkeep for a full-scale manufacturing plant in Elk Grove Village, IL. You will troubleshoot AC/DC systems, maintain rectifiers, and run circuits across production machinery. Work alongside a close-knit maintenance crew supporting 24/7 operations. This role pairs industrial electrical work with hands-on fabrication, welding, and preventive maintenance. A technical-school graduate with strong electrical aptitude can grow here under senior mentorship.

What You'll Do9

  • 1Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical equipment, including AC/DC motors, drives, and controls
  • 2Run electrical circuits, bend conduit, and wire into breaker boxes and switchgear per code
  • 3Maintain and troubleshoot rectifiers and DC electrical systems, ensuring proper current output
  • 4Diagnose machine malfunctions by observing operation and testing components to isolate faulty parts
  • 5Dismantle and rebuild defective machinery parts using metal stock, then reassemble and test equipment
  • 6Execute preventive maintenance schedules on production equipment, including lubrication and part replacement
  • 7Perform welding tasks to fabricate and repair metal components as needed
  • 8Document all work on job cards and update maintenance logs to track equipment history
  • 9Follow Arc Flash safety standards and enforce lockout/tagout procedures during repairs

Requirements9

  • 12+ years hands-on industrial electrical maintenance in a manufacturing environment
  • 2Proven ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment
  • 3Experience running circuits, bending conduit, and wiring breaker boxes and switchgear
  • 4Strong mechanical aptitude for machine repair and diagnosing equipment failures
  • 5Arc Flash safety awareness and compliance with NFPA 70E standards
  • 6High school diploma or GED; accredited technical-school training strongly considered
  • 7Willingness to work full-time on-site in Elk Grove Village, IL, including overtime as needed
  • 8Rectifier or DC current experience highly preferred
  • 9Welding experience preferred; bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Salary Insight

$111 - $156k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationChicago, Illinois

Required Skills

ac/dc electrical systemsrectifiersbreaker boxesswitchgearconduit
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