Maintenance Technician – Electrical & Mechanical
Nexus Employment Solutions Plus, Inc.
is hiring a
Maintenance Technician – Electrical & Mechanical
for a manufacturing facility.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced maintenance professional with strong
electrical troubleshooting, mechanical maintenance, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
skills. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing industrial equipment, maintaining electrical and mechanical systems, and supporting safe, reliable production operations.
Schedule & Pay
- Shift:
11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Pay:
$30.00 per hour
- Full-time hours available
- Must be available to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as needed
Key Responsibilities
- Electrical Diagnostics:
Troubleshoot, test, and repair industrial low- and high-voltage power distribution systems, including 3-phase circuits up to 450V–480V, motor starters, VFDs, electrical panels, sensors, and control systems.
- Mechanical Maintenance:
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machinery, conveyors, motors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, and other mechanical components.
- Diagnose electrical and mechanical equipment failures and identify root causes to minimize production downtime.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
- Safely perform
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
procedures before maintenance, repair, or servicing of equipment.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals.
- Test electrical components and circuits using appropriate diagnostic and test equipment.
- Repair, replace, and install motors, controls, sensors, switches, electrical components, and mechanical parts.
- Assist with equipment installations, modifications, rebuilds, and upgrades.
- Respond to emergency equipment breakdowns and provide timely troubleshooting and repairs.
- Document maintenance activities, repairs, parts usage, and equipment issues.
- Work closely with production and maintenance personnel to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Follow all company safety policies, electrical safety procedures, and LOTO requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Experience working with
3-phase electrical systems up to 450V–480V.
- Strong mechanical maintenance and repair skills.
- Experience troubleshooting motors, motor starters, VFDs, electrical panels, sensors, and control systems.
- Knowledge of and hands-on experience with
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
- Experience using electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.
- Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
- Ability to work safely around energized and mechanical equipment in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be available to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as needed.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may be hot, cold, wet, noisy, or physically demanding.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Benefits of Working with Nexus Employment
- $30.00 per hour
- 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM shift
- Weekly pay
- Full-time hours available
- Long-term opportunity
- Fast-paced, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunity to grow within the company
How to Apply
Apply in person at the Nexus Employment Solutions Plus Niles location.
Nexus Employment Solutions Plus
7900 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 12
Niles, IL 60714
Please bring 2 forms of identification when applying.
AI Disclosure
Our recruitment process may include AI-assisted tools to support candidate evaluation. These tools do not replace human decision-making. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.