3rd Shift Maintenance Technician
Wieland North America · Wheeling, IL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Wieland North America (metals) in Wheeling, IL.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- PLC, Automation, Welding, EHS / safety
- 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 166 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 174 other live reliability postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
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 34%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Wieland North America in Wheeling
3 other open roles at this site.
- Process Engineer Technician · Process
- Quality Engineer · Quality
- 2nd Shift Maintenance Technician · Reliability · Technician
Full description from Wieland North AmericaAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
Maintenance Technician
Responsibilities
- ◆Interface with machine operators to understand and determine the cause of machine issues
- ◆Ensure operation of machinery and other production equipment by completing preventive maintenance
- ◆Proficient in the use of hand and power tools. Must be able to supply own stocked toolbox
- ◆Able to diagnose defective mechanical parts and disassemble the components for repair using hoists, forklifts, and other equipment
- ◆Fabricate and/or repair machine parts using equipment such as measuring devices, mills, lathes, drill presses, and welders
- ◆Observe all OSHA and NFPA regulations and wear proper Personal Protective Equipment
- ◆Coordinate with all departments, supervisor, and department manager
Maintenance Technician
Qualifications
- ✓Highschool diploma preferred
- ✓Degree in Mechatronics or Automation is preferred
- ✓Three years of experience working in industrial facilities required
- ✓Experience maintaining or repairing industrial automated manufacturing equipment (cylinder rebuilds, bearing replacement, gearbox disassembly, etc.)
- ✓Able to read electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic diagrams and drawings
- ✓Familiarity with troubleshooting AC and DC voltage. Familiarity with both single and three phase electrical systems
- ✓Functional knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot SCADA, VFD, servo motors, drives, and PLCs
- ✓Functional knowledge of and experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems using tools such as digital multimeters, digital thermographers, vibration analyzers, ultrasonic leak detectors, etc.
- ✓Good computer and data entry skills. Good verbal and written communication skills
- ✓Able to multitask multiple projects simultaneously
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Overview
Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.
Wieland's Cultural Values
Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety , ambition , optimism , reliability , ownership , diversity , & respect .
Wieland is hiring a 3rd Shift Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for independently and collaboratively troubleshoot industrial electromechanical systems and machinery, operating within the maintenance department. This role is located in Wheeling, IL and will be fully on-site.
Hourly Pay Range : $32.00-$43.00/hour
Work Schedule
3rd Shift: 11:00 pm-7:00 am Monday - Friday
Pay Schedule : Bi-weekly
At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.
Physical Demands
- •Periods of standing, walking, negotiating stairs, ladders, elevated catwalks and platforms.
- •Walking over uneven and/or slippery surfaces.
- •Exposure to production environments that are not temperature controlled.
- •Occasionally lift to fifty pounds.
Joining Wieland’s team gives you…
- •Benefits - Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
- •Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
- •Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
- •Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
- •Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
- •Sustainability - Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations .