Maintenance Technician II (ILSC) | Chicago
OnTrac · Romeoville, IL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 9 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at OnTrac (industrial) in Romeoville, IL. 1 year of related experience in industrial maintenance, automated conveyor systems, material handling equipment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- They ask for
- 1+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Root cause, PLC, Welding, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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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.
Illinois plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 147 other live reliability postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 4+)
Typical $81k–$107k, from 12 postings that list pay.
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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- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
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Full description from OnTracAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
key responsibilities
for this role is outlined below. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support business and operational needs.
- ◆Ensure proper operation of conveyor systems and material handling equipment to keep operations running smoothly, responding in a timely manner to all material handling systems breakdowns.
- ◆Maintain and provide routine preventive maintenance to conveyor systems.
- ◆Change and repair parts of conveyor systems, rebuild and align equipment, gears, shafts, pulleys, and belts.
- ◆Use illustrated parts breakdown manuals and operational manuals in the repair, modification, and maintenance of equipment.
- ◆Perform housekeeping duties , including work area clean-up, conveyor and equipment clean-up, and other general duties as assigned.
- ◆Conduct daily Inspections of machinery for potential problems.
- ◆May be called in after hours to ensure conveyor systems are working at optimum capacity.
- ◆Maintain and contribute to a safe work environment by adhering to policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Safety Program.
- ◆Most work is performed independently, but you will need to tap the shoulder of another OnTrac maintenance team member, we work as a team!
requirements
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- ✓You are flexible to accommodate 24-hour operations, occasionally working extended hours or weekends and holidays as needed.
- ✓You demonstrate good time management skills and can work independently or on a team.
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OnTrac is hiring a Maintenance Technician II – Conveyor Systems in Chicago!
OnTrac is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician II to support maintenance activities in a fast-paced parcel sortation environment. This role is responsible for keeping conveyor and material handling systems operating safely and reliably, performing maintenance response and driving root-cause corrective actions to reduce downtime. Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding company where you can both learn and make a meaningful impact? If you possess a strong sense of empathy, enjoy assisting others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel at problem-solving, we encourage you to apply today to connect with a recruiter!
Founded in 1986, OnTrac has grown into a leading provider of same-day and next-day delivery services for premier e-commerce and product-supply businesses across the U.S.
Location
OnTrac ILSC- 565 S Pinnacle Drive, Romeoville, IL 60446
Schedule
Wednesday through Saturday - 2:00pm to 12:30am
(Hours subject to change depending on business needs)
Employment Logistics
The Maintenance Technician II supports the safe and reliable operation of equipment and facilities by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues, and repairing conveyors and sortation equipment. This role drives corrective actions that improve equipment reliability and reduces downtime.
Unpacking the Benefits
Full ‑ time hourly employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
- •Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- •Life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage.
- •401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- •Student Loan Repayment.
- •Accrued vacation, beginning on the first day of employment, with accruals up to 96 hours for the first year of employment with tenure-based increases up to 160 hours.
- •Paid sick leave*.
- •Two (2) paid floating holidays per year (available after 90 days of employment).
- •Six (6) paid company holidays.
- •Two (2) weeks paid pregnancy disability leave, four (4) weeks paid parental bonding leave, subject to eligibility requirements.
- •Employe e assistance, wellness, and other benefit programs
Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of applicable benefit plans, Company policies, and governing law.
The Must-Haves
- •High school diploma or GED, technical degree or trade school certificate preferred.
- •1 year of related experience in industrial maintenance, automated conveyor systems, material handling equipment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- •Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
- •Experience performing maintenance work in a 24/7 operation.
- •Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
- •Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
- •Knowledge of LOTO, OSHA requirements, PM programs, and safe electrical work practices.
- •Ability to lift 60 pounds routinely.
- •Current driver’s license and clean driving record.
Your Mission in Motion
A summary of the
Paving your way to your success
- •You learn and follow all safety regulations and job instructions to perform primary duties.
- •You have knowledge of Material Handling Systems (MHS), industrial conveyor systems and controls, VFDs, PLC, Electronic motors (480V). Programming, GUI and or HMI experience.
- •You know LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out), PM’s (Preventative Maintenance), and 3-Phase electrical work.
- •You read and understand schematics and electrical blueprints.
- •You have solid mechanical skills and industrial electrical knowledge.
- •You know OSHA
Disclosures
- •*Washi ngton state employees are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid sick leave annually.
- •The hourly rate range above represents the national range for this position. The hourly rate range may be inclusive of several career levels at OnTrac, and the actual base hourly rate offered may vary dependi