Equipment Maintenance Technician at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Lake Zurich, Illinois

Job Description:

As an Equipment Maintenance Technician, a typical day might include the following:

• Independently perform preventive maintenance of basic complexity on manufacturing equipment.
  
  


• Perform basic troubleshooting and repair of issues found during preventive maintenance and reactive calls.
  
  


• Work under the guidance of Supervisor and Tech IIs and IIIs to complete tasks.
  
  


• Enter and maintain accurate entries in the equipment maintenance database.
  
  


• Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
  
  


• Understand. Create. Simplify.
  
  


• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

This job might be for you if you have:

• Associates degree in electronic technology or equivalent experience.
  
  


• Basic understanding of electronic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic technology and theory.
  
  


• Experience maintaining and performing preventive maintenance on production equipment.
  
  


• Basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
  
  


• Basic knowledge of modern test equipment used to diagnose equipment failures Expertise in Excel, Word, and Access.
  
  


• Ability to accept and understand direction, learn new skills and assume new responsibilities with a positive attitude.
  
  


• Ability to perform assigned tasks under direct guidance.
  
  


• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
  
  


• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
  
  


• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
  
  


• Background check results satisfactory to SEL.
  
  


• Negative drug test result(s).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment, including analog, digital, and microprocessor circuits as well as vision and robotics systems.
  
  


• Basic knowledge of programming automated production equipment.
  
  


• Basic knowledge of printed circuit board assembly, mechanical assembly, and cable assembly processes
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and maneuver 40 pounds
  
  


• Pull weight from high/low shelves
  
  


• Reach
  
  


• Bend
  
  


• Grip
  
  


• Twist
  
  


• Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours
  
  


• Fine finger dexterity
  
  

Location:




Lake Zurich, IL- Located in Lake Zurich, Illinois, SEL's Fault Indicator and Sensor Division, provides a positive, professional environment where you can make a difference in how the industry views SEL products and solutions. The company's proximity to Chicago will allow you to enjoy all that the city has to offer, but its quieter, suburban location is ideal for those looking for a more relaxed place to live and work.



Pay Range Data:



Equipment Maintenance Technician I $24.29 - $36.50 per hour. Equipment Maintenance Technician II $27.51 - $41.24 per hour. Equipment Maintenance Technician III $30.67 - $47.98 per hour. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.



Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.



People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K options.
  
  


• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  
  


• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
  
  


• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
  
  


• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
  
  

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