Maintenance Tech I
, Illinois
$46,000.00 - $60,000.00/year
Industrial & Manufacturing
Job ID: 59149524
Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance Technician I — Entry Level / Apprentice
Location: Crystal Lake, Illinois
Compensation: $48,000–$65,000 annually, depending on experience and overtime
Position Overview
We are seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician I to join a manufacturing maintenance team. This position is ideal for someone who is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, dependable, and interested in developing a long-term career in industrial maintenance.
The Maintenance Technician I supports routine preventive maintenance, basic repairs, and general facility maintenance activities under the direction of experienced maintenance personnel.
This role is focused on learning safe maintenance practices, developing hands-on mechanical skills, completing assigned preventive maintenance tasks, and becoming familiar with production equipment and facility systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks, including:
- Lubrication
- Equipment inspections
- Cleaning
- Filter replacement
- Basic adjustments
- Assist senior technicians with repairs on production equipment, including:
- Welders
- Presses
- Conveyors
- Powder coating lines
- Fabrication equipment
- Facility infrastructure
- Safely and correctly use hand tools, power tools, and basic maintenance equipment.
- Follow lockout/tagout procedures, 5S expectations, PPE requirements, and all applicable safety protocols.
- Complete assigned work orders and preventive maintenance tasks in the CMMS with accurate notes and completion details.
- Assist with parts identification, spare parts staging, maintenance inventory organization, and general housekeeping.
- Perform visual equipment inspections and report abnormal conditions, including:
- Leaks
- Loose guards
- Damaged parts
- Unusual noise
- Vibration
- Excessive heat
- Unsafe conditions
- Respond professionally to basic maintenance requests from production teams and escalate issues appropriately.
- Participate in training, cross-training, continuous improvement activities, and hands-on skill development with experienced technicians.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in maintenance shops, parts areas, and production support zones.
- Learn the proper use of ladders, lifts, tools, meters, lubricants, fasteners, and maintenance documentation.
- Clearly communicate maintenance concerns to the Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Supervisor, or assigned senior technician.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 0–2 years of industrial maintenance, mechanical, facilities, construction, automotive, military, trade school, or related hands-on experience preferred.
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry certification preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days.
- Valid forklift and aerial lift certification preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days.
- Ability to safely use common hand tools, power tools, ladders, and basic shop equipment.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn industrial maintenance skills.
- Ability to read and follow simple work instructions, preventive maintenance procedures, safety instructions, and equipment checklists.
- Basic computer skills for CMMS work order entry, email, training records, and documentation.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, attendance, teamwork, housekeeping, and reliable work habits.
- Ability to work independently on assigned entry-level PM tasks after appropriate training and authorization.
- Willingness to cross-train on production equipment, facility systems, maintenance processes, and safe work practices.
- Ability to ask questions, accept coaching, follow direction, and escalate problems when they are outside the assigned skill level or authorization.
Technical Skills Developed in This Role
This position provides hands-on development in:
Basic Mechanical Maintenance
- Guards
- Fasteners
- Belts
- Chains
- Bearings
- Lubrication points
- Simple adjustments
- Visual inspection practices
Production Equipment
- Conveyors
- Fabrication equipment
- Weld cells
- Presses
- Finishing equipment
- Pumps
- Motors
- Facility support systems
Maintenance Documentation
- Work order notes
- PM task completion
- Parts usage
- Follow-up needs
- Equipment condition reporting
Safety Practices
- Lockout/tagout awareness
- PPE use
- Housekeeping
- Tool safety
- Ladder safety
- Lift safety
- Hazard recognition
Troubleshooting
- Identifying obvious mechanical issues
- Recognizing abnormal sounds or conditions
- Documenting findings
- Escalating issues appropriately
CMMS
- Opening assigned work
- Completing tasks
- Adding notes
- Maintaining accurate maintenance records
Work Environment & Schedule
This position is performed in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to production equipment, moving machinery, noise, dust, heat, and changing priorities.
The technician must be able to work safely around active production areas and follow all applicable site safety expectations.
Overtime, weekend work, shift coverage, or schedule flexibility may be required based on production and maintenance needs.
All required safety procedures must be followed, including lockout/tagout, PPE, housekeeping, hot work, fall protection, and other applicable safety requirements when trained and authorized.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and use approved lifting assistance for heavier loads.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, push, and pull throughout the shift.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures and production conditions.
- Ability to climb ladders and use lifts when trained and authorized.
- Ability to enter confined spaces when trained, authorized, and required by the task.
- Ability to safely handle tools, parts, oily components, filters, lubricants, and general maintenance materials.
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Job ID: 59149524
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