Job Information
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Equipment Maintenance Technician in Lake Zurich, Illinois
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.
Communication with Applicants
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com .
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.