TekPro is partnered with a successful, global manufacturing company in their search for a skilled maintenance technician for one of their plants in the Des Plaines, IL area!
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Electro-Mechanical Technician to join our night
shift
maintenance team. This position is critical to maintaining production uptime by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing both electrical and mechanical systems within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of industrial automation, machinery maintenance, and safety protocols.
Key Responsibilities
-Perform troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, and control systems on production and facility equipment.
-Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals to diagnose faults accurately.
-Maintain and service a wide range of equipment including motors, pumps, gearboxes, PLCs, chillers, and compressors.
-Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
-Use diagnostic tools such as multimeters, PLC software, and other testing equipment to assess system performance.
-Document all maintenance work performed using the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
-Support production teams by responding promptly to maintenance-related issues during night
operations.
-Ensure all work is completed in compliance with plant safety standards and regulations, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
-Assist with inventory control and maintain proper organization of tools and spare parts.
-Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and reliability-focused maintenance practices.
Qualifications
-3+ years of experience as an electro-mechanical or industrial maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.
-Strong knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems, including troubleshooting AC/DC motors, sensors, relays, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
-Experience with PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred), motor controls, and industrial automation systems.
-Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
-Familiarity with flexible packaging equipment (extrusion, lamination, flexographic printing, slitting) is highly desirable.
-Comfortable working independently on night
shift
and responding to emergency breakdowns.
-Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in physically demanding conditions (climbing, bending, standing for long periods).
-Forklift certification or willingness to become certified.
-High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance, electrical technology, or related field preferred.
What We Offer
-Competitive hourly pay with night
shift
differential
-Overtime opportunities
-Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.)
-Paid time off and holidays
-Career advancement in a global, growth-focused company
-Supportive work culture that values safety, teamwork, and technical excellence
You should be proficient in:
Machines & technologies you'll use: