Maintenance Technician Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

A Maintenance Technician in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. They perform routine checks, diagnose faults, undertake repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions to production processes. They may also assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and provide technical assistance to other staff. They often work in collaboration with other technicians, engineers, and production personnel.

Key skills for this role include mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving capabilities, and a keen attention to detail. A strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems is also beneficial. They should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals. Certain certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or relevant trade certifications may be required. Prior roles a person might have before progressing to a Maintenance Technician include Maintenance Assistant, Production Operator, or an Apprentice in a relevant trade such as Electrician or Mechanic.

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Multi-Color Corporation

Maintenance Technician, Nigh Shift- Future Need

Performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service in a multi-shift environment Performs duties including, but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and...

Battery and Charger Technician

  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide...

Mechanic - Auto / Diesel / Forklift Technician

  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide...

NPD Technician II (6:00am to 2:30pm)

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 5 days ago

NPD Technician II In this job you will perform a wide variety of electrical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical tests/evaluations to analyze, verify, and validate NPD product designs. As an NPD...

Maintenance Technician - Chicago W38th St. - 1st shift

  • River Grove, IL (14 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • River Grove, IL (14 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Maintenance Technician: The production line mechanic will be responsible for all production maintenance, including product quality control, line maintenance, and repair of line machinery and equipment...

Electronic Technician I (2:00pm to 10:30pm) 2nd Shift

  • Westmont, IL (22 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Westmont, IL (22 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Electronic Technician I In this job you will be assemble, troubleshoot, connect and test electronic assemblies of basic to moderate complexity. This is a 2nd shift position (2pm-10:30pm) As an...

Advanced Technology Services

Field Service Maintenance Specialist

May be required to setup and operate multiple machining operations including but not limited to: lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts....

CNC Maintenance Technician

  • Huntley, IL (24 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Huntley, IL (24 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Client, a leadingpany in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a skilled and dedicated CNC Machine Maintenance Technician to join their maintenance team....

Maintenance Technician

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Summary: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining large industrial textile processing equipment, as well as facility maintenance....

Sanitation Technician

  • Wheeling, IL (3 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wheeling, IL (3 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Job Classification: Hourly Salary Grade: Non-Exempt Reports to: Sanitation Supervisor Scope of Work: This position is responsible for cleaning the equipment, floors, walls, ceiling and other parts...

Maintenance Technician III

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Will consider Maintenance Technician I-Maintenance Technician III depending on level of experience....

Maintenance Worker

  • Elmhurst, IL (15 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (15 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines....

Senior Technician, Quality Assurance

  • Northbrook, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northbrook, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

About Leviton At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history,...

Maintenance Mechanic

  • Brookfield, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookfield, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications & Skills: 4+ years of experience as a Maintenance Technician in a chemical, manufacturing, or industrial environment....

CNC Maintenance Tech

  • Downers Grove, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Must understand blue prints and schematics to repair facility equipment and production machines. Must work as part of a team within the department and production areas....

Demographic Data for Arlington Heights, IL

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.

Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Arlington Heights, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.9%
Bachelor's Degree
23.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Arlington Heights, IL
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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