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Maintenance Technician

Smurfit Westrock

New Lenox, ILJob$29–43/hrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$29–43/hr
Location
New Lenox, IL
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Smurfit Westrock is hiring a Maintenance Technician. The role provides safe and timely electrical support, preventative maintenance, installation, service, repair, troubleshooting and resolution of multiple operating machines within a manufacturing industrial environment, seeking candidates with mechanical and electrical experience, familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics, and basic troubleshooting ability.

Key focus areas include Provide safe and timely electrical support, Perform preventative maintenance on industrial machinery, and Install, service, and repair operating machines.

Important skills include Troubleshooting Industrial Electrical Control Systems, Diagnosing Issues Down To Component Level, Automated Industrial Machinery, Motors (AC & DC), Servos, and Pumps (Air And Electric). Preferred (not required): Proficiency With Computers, Microsoft Office, Work Independently, and Flexibility To Work Varied Hours.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Troubleshooting Industrial Electrical Control SystemsDiagnosing Issues Down to Component LevelAutomated Industrial MachineryMotors (AC & DC)ServosPumps (Air and Electric)DrivesRelays3-Phase Power SystemsCommunication DevicesIndustrial/Electronic Control SystemsPower Transmission SystemsInstall AC and DC Drive SystemsPLC TroubleshootingPLC Problem-SolvingPractical Mechanical AptitudePractical Electrical AptitudeRead Electrical SchematicsInterpret Electrical SchematicsRead Mechanical DrawingsInterpret Mechanical DrawingsHydraulic SystemsPneumatic SystemsBasic 3-Phase Motor Control CircuitsSensorsLimit SwitchesCommon Industrial Electrical ComponentsBearingsPower Transmission EquipmentProficiency With ComputersMicrosoft OfficeStrong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationWork IndependentlyMature Professional MannerFlexibility to Work Varied HoursFlexibility to Work OvertimeMechanical ExperienceElectrical ExperienceFamiliarity With HydraulicsFamiliarity With PneumaticsBasic Troubleshooting ExperienceMachine RepairBasic Welding Skills

Qualifications

2-3 Years of Experience Troubleshooting Industrial Electrical Control SystemsHigh School Diploma or EquivalentMilitary TrainingTechnical School Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Electrical Maintenance Technician

The opportunity:

Primary duties include providing safe and timely electrical support, preventative maintenance, installation, service, repair, troubleshooting and resolution of multiple operating machines within a manufacturing industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have mechanical and electrical experience, a familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics and have basic troubleshooting experience with proven ability of machine repair.

What You Need to Succeed

  • 2-3 years of experience troubleshooting industrial electrical control systems, including diagnosing issues down to the component level.

  • Strong operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, including:

  • Motors (AC & DC)

  • Servos

  • Pumps (air and electric)

  • Drives

  • Relays

  • 3\u2011phase power systems

  • Communication devices

  • Industrial/electronic control systems

  • Power transmission systems

  • Ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot AC and DC drive systems.

  • PLC troubleshooting and problem\u2011solving skills, supported by strong practical mechanical and electrical aptitude.

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

  • Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

  • Experience with basic 3\u2011phase motor control circuits, including installation and troubleshooting.

  • Familiarity with sensors, limit switches, and common industrial electrical components.

  • Understanding of bearings and power transmission equipment.

  • Basic welding skills (preferred but not required).

  • Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office software.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently in a mature, professional manner.

  • Flexibility to work varied hours and overtime when needed.

  • High school diploma or equivalent, with military training or technical school certification preferred.

What we offer:

  • Comprehensive benefits package- including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401K, and short-term disability coverage.

  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence

  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

  • A career with a global packaging company where Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

The salary range for this position is $29.00-$43.00 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at [1] www.westrock.com/company/careers and the application window is expected to close by 09/30/26.

WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

References

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  1. http://www.westrock.com/company/careers

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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