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Senior Maintenance Technician

Gates Industrial · Galesburg, IL

Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Degree
Required
Industry
Industrial
Posted
9 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Gates Industrial (industrial) in Galesburg, IL.

They ask for
degree required
Tools it names
Root cause, PLC, EHS / safety

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in Illinois: typical posted base $92k–$107k.

Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 138 maintenance technician openings in Illinois, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 147 other live reliability postings in Illinois.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $81k–$107k, from 12 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 53%
  • ✓ PLC 40%
  • Welding 30%
  • ✓ Root cause 20%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

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Position summary

The Senior Maintenance Technician is responsible for multi-craft maintenance activities, including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, and controls systems, to ensure that production and facility equipment operate efficiently. In addition to the general

responsibilities

associated with this role, the following summarizes key result areas, specific accountabilities, and job-related tasks:

Key Responsibilities

  • ◆Perform preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on equipment, including repairs, inspections, calibrations, and scheduled overhauls or improvements.
  • ◆Use analytical troubleshooting skills to identify equipment problems, determine root causes, and implement solutions to prevent recurrence.
  • ◆Perform both mechanical and electrical equipment repairs.
  • ◆Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to control systems and instrumentation.
  • ◆Collaborate with supervisors, operators, engineers, and other technicians to identify and implement improvements in equipment and production efficiency.
  • ◆Participate in cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement, quality enhancements, and equipment installation or modification projects.
  • ◆Provide coaching and on-the-job training to other technicians and operators as needed.
  • ◆Perform and document work in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), including entries for work orders, PMs, and permits within the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
  • ◆Utilize computer systems such as email, CMMS, and SOP databases.
  • ◆Log into CMMS at the beginning of each shift to receive daily work assignments or direction from supervisor/management.
  • ◆Complete assigned tasks, including booking labor and parts, creating and closing work orders for reactive calls, and updating completion codes in the CMMS.
  • ◆Communicate issues and concerns effectively with peers and management,

both verbally and through documentation in the CMMS.

  • ◆Execute all work in accordance with site policies, procedures, and SOPs.

Immediately report any deviations that could impact product quality or safety.

  • ◆Maintain a safe working environment by following all Health & Safety policies

and procedures, and promptly reporting unsafe conditions to supervision.

  • ◆Ensure all tools and supplies are removed from the work area and the area is

clean following maintenance tasks.

  • ◆Perform other related duties as assigned by supervision.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.

Completion of a state-accredited Journeyman or technical school program, OR

equivalent formal education and field experience demonstrating proficiency in the

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree (AAS) in Engineering Technology

Understanding, repairing and troubleshooting of PC/PLC control systems

Experience in facilities and utilities maintenance, including

  • ✓HVAC systemS
  • ✓Boilers
  • ✓Air compressors
  • ✓Electrical distribution systems
  • ✓Experience with material handling equipment

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

requirements

and requires all employees to wear steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and a hard hat.

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Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

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following areas

  • •Mechanical maintenance of production equipment
  • •Electrical maintenance
  • •Instrumentation and controls
  • •Mechanical fabrication/machine shop work

Work environment

The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to loud. Temperatures can vary depending on weather conditions and can be extreme. Gates is managed in accordance with OSHAS

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