Maintenance Technician Jobs in Illinois

A Maintenance Technician in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. They perform routine checks, diagnose faults, undertake repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions to production processes. They may also assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and provide technical assistance to other staff. They often work in collaboration with other technicians, engineers, and production personnel.

Key skills for this role include mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving capabilities, and a keen attention to detail. A strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems is also beneficial. They should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals. Certain certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or relevant trade certifications may be required. Prior roles a person might have before progressing to a Maintenance Technician include Maintenance Assistant, Production Operator, or an Apprentice in a relevant trade such as Electrician or Mechanic.

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Principal Duties/Responsibilities: · Travels to customer site for calibration, repair, and technical support when necessary. · Reads quality control manual and testing specifications to obtain...

. · May be required to setup and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

. · May fabricate precision parts for test apparatus, using metalworking machines such as lathes, milling machines, and welding equipment, or interprets specifications for workers fabricating parts....

operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

Miniat Holdings LLC

2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

This is including, but not limited to HVAC, boilers, air compressors, ammonia refrigeration systems, blenders, processing and packaging equipment....

CNC Maintenance Mechanic II

  • Skokie, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Skokie, IL
  • 30+ days ago

CNC machining center experience preferred, including Mazak, Nakamura, Samsung, Okuma and/or DMG Mori....

Maintenance Mechanic - Nights

  • Wheeling, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 9 days ago

Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on equipment Repair broken machines and equipment quickly and efficiently Identify causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines Record and report...

Facilities Maintenance Technician- Building Engineer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure theyre well...

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 4 days ago

Panera Bread has a need for a full-time multi-craft maintenance mechanic to join our Fresh Dough Facility (FDF) in Beltsville, MD. Our facility produces all of the bread, bagel, and roll dough for...

Operating Technician Manufacturing

  • Marengo, IL
  • moments ago
  • Marengo, IL
  • moments ago

equipment such as robotics, filling machines, case packers, or labelers, etc....

CNC X-Ray Technician

  • Cary, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cary, IL
  • 3 hours ago

CNC X-Ray Technician Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and...

Electrical Technician

  • Dupo, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dupo, IL
  • 3 hours ago

Description BUILD IT- Electrical Technicians are responsible for electrical assembly and interconnection of PRI systems during the assembly process. You will literally "build it" using your skill...

Sr Field Service Technician

  • IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • IL
  • 3 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Sr Field Service Technician provides on-site services for customers, distributors, and sales through installation, training, troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance,...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Illinois
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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