Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Maintenance Technician

Location: Blue Island, IL

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st Shift

About the Company

This privately held manufacturer has been operating for over five decades and continues to play a vital role in the production of specialty chemical products.

The team here is tight-knit, safety-focused, and hands-on—especially when it comes to keeping equipment in top shape.

With a no-nonsense, old-school facility and a strong reputation for reliability, this is a place where maintenance professionals can get their hands dirty, solve real problems, and stay for the long haul.

The company offers great benefits, a stable work environment, and strong leadership with clear expectations.Why This Role Stands Out:

$38–$41/hour depending on experience

Annual bonus (~4%)

Strong work-life balance with a consistent weekday schedule

Comprehensive 401(k) with company match

Full health, dental, and vision coverage

Longstanding, stable facility (non-union)

Tight safety culture and team-oriented environmentWhat You'll Tackle Day to Day:

Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial equipment, including pumps, piping, boilers, compressors, and steam systems

Work with 480V 3-phase electrical systems and other plant-wide utilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance and document service history

Handle reactive repairs and emergency fixes during breakdowns

Use SAP to log completed tasks, update records, and close out work orders

Contribute to safety protocols, HSEQ initiatives, and procedural updates

Support equipment upgrades, facility maintenance, and project planning

Participate in the rotating on-call schedule for after-hours supportWhat You’ll Bring to the Table:

AAS or Maintenance Certifications is required or an equivalent of 5+ years of manufacturing maintenance experience

High school diploma or GED required; trade school or apprenticeship preferred

4+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting; prefer chemicals or other industrial manufacturing environments

Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on pump repair background

Familiarity with industrial electrical systems is a plus

Strong attention to detail, safety mindset, and reliabilityIf this sounds like a fit and you're ready to make a move, send your resume or reach out directly to start a conversation. We're looking to move quickly on this one.

#ZRCompany Description

The team at JSK Recruiting, Inc. prides itself on providing boutique-level services combined with the resources of a larger recruiting firm. We forgo the traditional nine-to-five workday model in favor of complete accessibility. We are here for our clients and candidates when they need us most.

With 12 years of experience in the field of supply chain and manufacturing recruiting, we maintain the relationships that employers are looking for in a recruiting firm as well as those that talented professionals need when they are ready to make a career change.

At JSK Recruiting, we provide complete recruiting services, from sourcing candidates to organizing the interview process. Finding both long-term employees and rewarding careers across manufacturing and supply chain positions has never been easier.

Full-time