Maintenance Tech - SURESTAFF

SURESTAFF is immediately hiring for an experienced Maintenance Technician for a large, established client located in Spring Grove, IL. The Maintenance Tech will ensure that equipment and machinery are working at optimal efficiency to produce and manufacture products safely and on time.  

This position will plan and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment. This position will entail standing for long periods of time and lifting up to 100 pounds during shift.

SURESTAFF is invested in their team members!  All temp-to-hire employees are offered competitive compensation ($24+/HR) as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).  Generous referral bonuses are available upon hire.  

Available shifts include: 1st shift 6:30am-3:00pm M-F.  Overtime is available on a first come, first serve basis.

Responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician:

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/electronic equipment, AC/DC motors & controllers, and machine wiring.
• Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Installs, starts up, and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• Advise operators of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Informs appropriate management of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.
• Identify areas in which tooling, cleanliness, operation sequences, or forming consistency can be improved.
• Evaluate tooling and fixturing to determine optimum method of repair or improvement.
• Must have ability to interpret prints, sketches, verbal instruction, and mathematical data.
• Create and modify preventive maintenance instructions and logs in computer system.
• Order and maintain spare parts inventory.
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs on facility and property.
• Oversees contractors performing HVAC maintenance/repairs, custodial work & lawn/lot maintenance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications of the Maintenance Technician:

• Clean driving record.
• Able to lift materials weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Work standing, kneeling, or sitting.
• Ability to see and differentiate colors. Corrected vision that allows reading of small alphanumeric letters at a distance of 12-18 inches.
• 3-5 years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high
• A thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Willing to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.
• Familiar with computers, performing internet searches, and programs such as MS Word and MS Excel

Work Environment:

• Well lit, air conditioned, and heated manufacturing facility.
• Low to moderate noise level.
• Wire/cable and terminal debris, and compressed air tools.
• Safety glasses and steel toe shoes required.

About Surestaff 

At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). 

We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us: 

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  Access to a wide range of job opportunities  
  

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  Competitive pay 
  

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  Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP) 
  

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  Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions  
  

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  Electronic weekly pay 
  

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  Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support   
  
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Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer. 

Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let’s get started today!