Maintenance Electrician Job at Sterling Engineering in Chicago

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Electrician

Location: Chicago, IL (relocating soon to Glenview, IL)

Hire Type: Direct Hire, Onsite

Target Pay Range: $34.00 - $36.00/hour (plus overtime)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Overview:

Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

Job Summary:

Seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Electrician to join our team. This role is responsible for maintaining facility electrical systems and supporting production equipment, including electrical components related to PLCs and HMIs. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in industrial electrical work, is mechanically inclined, and possesses hands-on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.

Job Duties:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems in both facility infrastructure and production equipment.
• Work with and troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480 volts.
• Install, maintain, and repair industrial wiring, including conduit work.
• Perform general building maintenance, including HVAC, plumbing, and carpentry as needed.
• Assist in mechanical maintenance and preventive maintenance tasks when required.
• Assist in implementing control systems and building custom automation/robotic systems.
• Create and maintain accurate documentation including user manuals, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and supervisors to execute projects and resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by following company safety protocols.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certificate preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a similar role within an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Experience in facility maintenance including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and basic carpentry.
• Proficient in working with conduit and wiring; knowledge of NEC codes preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience with basic PLC programming, troubleshooting, and HMI interfaces is a plus.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Mike Schmitz
Technical Recruiter

If you're a skilled professional in engineering, manufacturing, or life sciences and you're exploring your next career move-I'm here to help.

I'm a Senior Technical Recruiter and Team Leader who's passionate about connecting great people with great companies. I specialize in placing candidates in roles within product, equipment, food/beverage, and pharmaceutical manufacturing, and I work closely with some of the most respected employers in the industry.

My approach is consultative, transparent, and relationship-driven. I'll take the time to understand your goals, skills, and preferences-and then help you navigate the search process with confidence. From resume tips and interview prep to timely feedback and honest communication, my goal is to make your job search feel less stressful and more strategic.

I've worked with professionals at all levels-from early career to senior leadership-and I'm always looking to expand my network of talented candidates. Whether you're actively on the market or just curious about what's out there, I'd love to connect.

• mschmitz@sterling-engineering.com
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