Maintenance Mechanic

POSITION TITLE: Maintenance Mechanic
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
SHIFT:
SALARY RANGE: $
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Must have strong mechanical and manufacturing experience.
Drivers license.
Ability to walk, stand, and lift heavy objects for an extended amount of time.
Ability to act competently in emergencies.
Organized and detail-oriented preferred.
2 yrs + previous Maintenance Mechanic experience is a MUST.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Install, assemble and test new machines and equipment; understand and comply with workplace safety regulations.
Inspect machines regularly for signs of malfunctions, including visual inspections, listening for irregular noises, and conducting scheduled testing as appropriate.
Monitor, identify and respond promptly to signs of malfunction in machinery such as changes in performance, temperature fluctuations, sounds, smells, or atypical energy usage; perform troubleshooting for production machinery.
Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance and service for each piece of equipment.
Perform emergency repairs on various types of machinery, including mechanical, electric, and hydraulic; identify and replace worn or damaged parts in a timely manner.
Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions.
Maintain machinery and the adjacent workplace in a state of appropriate cleanliness; create and maintain a schedule for inspection, service, and testing of machinery.
Read and comply with work orders concerning service, modification, or installation of machinery.
Work effectively with other team members in a loud environment.
Overtime is MANDATORY.