Mechanical Technician-Intermediate (Plumbing) 2nd Shift
S&C Electric · Chicago, IL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at S&C Electric (industrial) in Chicago, IL.
- They ask for
- 3+ years
- Tools it names
- Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
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 160 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 168 other live reliability postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ 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 51%
- PLC 40%
- Welding 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: S&C Electric in Chicago
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Full description from S&C ElectricAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Facility Maintenance Team: Perform simple to moderate repairs and maintenance tasks on facility systems, including HVAC/electrical, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems. Move facility equipment and parts throughout the facility using a variety of material handling equipment, including hoists and cranes.
- ◆Production Equipment Maintenance Team: Troubleshoot and perform simple to moderate repairs of production equipment and other equipment supporting the production operations team.
- ◆Perform basic to moderate preventative maintenance tasks as scheduled and routine activities such as lubrication.
- ◆Obtain and interpret schematics and technical manuals to complete repairs.
- ◆Complete fundamental technician training courses within focuses that fit business needs.
- ◆Utilize hand tools and basic power tools effectively.
- ◆Assist in the installation and setup of new equipment or systems.
- ◆Perform basic computer tasks using Microsoft Office, CMMS, and Oracle to order parts.
- ◆Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- ◆Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities.
- ◆Assist in training and coaching junior technicians as needed.
- ◆Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
requirements
of assigned repair requests.
- ✓Ability to use basic hand tools (i.e. Screwdrivers, hammers, etc.) and power tools.
- ✓Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment and be trained in repairing various facility systems and structures within an industrial setting.
- ✓Sound communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to articulate information efficiently and effectively to team members in a variety of departments.
- ✓Good interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to understand and complete requests given by team member inside and outside of the department.
- ✓Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and CMMS software.
- ✓Basic math skills with the ability to calculate quantities, weights, and measurements.
- ✓Ability and willingness to follow Health Safety & Environment procedures accurately, reporting concerns promptly to the safety action team.
Required
- ✓High School Diploma.
- ✓A driver’s license in good standing
Physical
Requirements
- ✓Standing: Continuously required to stand and perform tasks.
- ✓Walking: Frequently required to walk moderate distances across the S&C campus.
- ✓Lifting & Carrying: Frequently required to solo or team lift and/or carry items, exercising sound judgment to employ manual handling or machine lifts where required, and risk assessments, if appropriate.
- ✓Low Posture: Frequently required to perform tasks using a low posture, including but not limited to stooping, bending, crawling, crouching, kneeling, or squatting.
- ✓Position Self / Move: Frequently required to position self to perform tasks involving but not limited to reaching, twisting, rotating, and pushing/pulling.
- ✓Manual Dexterity: Frequently required to use hand-eye coordination to control both hands and arms for a full range of motion to operate equipment, machinery, power tools, and office productivity equipment.
- ✓Ascending / Descending: Frequently ascending or descending stairs.
- ✓Observation / Eyesight: Frequently required to observe details at close range, including depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to differentiate between colors.
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At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career.
Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner!
Available Shift
- •2 nd Shift: 3:30 pm – 12 am (Monday-Friday)
- •Overtime on weekends/holidays as needed
Join Our Team as a Plumbing Mechanical Technician!
Dependable and motivated Plumbing & Mechanical Technician with basic hands-on experience supporting plumbing repairs, maintenance, and mechanical tasks. Familiar with plumbing fixtures, piping, valves, water supply and drainage systems, and the safe use of hand and power tools. Able to assist with troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, installations, and general equipment repairs while following safety procedures and instructions. Reliable team player with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn and develop additional plumbing and mechanical skills.
What you’ll Need To Succeed
- •0-3 years of experience in a related role, such as automotive, mechanical, or basic HVAC.
- •Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- •Sound attention to detail, with the ability to adequately maintain and repair facilities systems consistently.
- •Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical manuals.
- •Ability to work independently and meet
Environmental & Hazardous Conditions
- •Continuously working indoors in an air-conditioned manufacturing-based environment.
- •Infrequently exposed to fumes/vapors/dust/gases/odors/mist/toxic chemicals/vibration/grease/oils/lasers/other etc.
- •Continuously expo
