Manufacturing Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Picture your day starting with a walk-through of the production floor—machines humming, gauges steady, and systems running at peak performance because of the work you do. You move from a preventive maintenance checklist on a packaging line to a quick diagnostic on a PLC-controlled station, then prep for an afternoon equipment install. If keeping complex machinery safe, reliable, and efficient is your craft, this role was made for you.

• Own preventive and predictive maintenance for manufacturing assets and facility systems to avoid unplanned downtime.
• Triage issues fast—troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-driven equipment.
• Pinpoint failures, swap out defective parts, and verify root cause fixes to keep production moving.
• Tune, align, and support production machinery for smooth, efficient throughput.
• Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, shop drawings, and OEM manuals to guide repairs and installs.
• Assist with new equipment installations, including electrical, air, gas, water, and hydraulic connections.
• Maintain and service piping, fittings, valves, gauges, and related control systems.
• Conduct routine inspections, flag safety hazards, and initiate corrective actions.
• Document work thoroughly—update maintenance logs and detailed repair records.
• Respond to urgent maintenance calls and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all safety procedures and use required PPE at all times.

• Hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical repair, or a maintenance mechanic capacity.
• Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proven skill troubleshooting production machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Comfort with hand tools, power tools, test equipment, and diagnostic instruments.
• Ability to read and apply technical documentation, blueprints, and schematics.
• Background with PM programs, inspections, and reliability practices.
• PLC exposure is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving ability, clear communication, and organized work habits.
• Team-focused with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.

Take the next step: Call Express Employment Professionals North Aurora, IL at 630-429-9113.