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Maintenance Technician

TalentCraft, Bloomingdale, IL, United States


Job Title:

Maintenance Technician III

Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.

Overview summary:

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician III to support advanced metal fabrication and CNC production equipment. In this role, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining laser cutting systems, CNC punching machines, and press brakes. You will also play a key role in preventive maintenance, downtime reduction, and continuous improvement efforts within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Job Details
Location: Onsite
Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Key Responsibilities
Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of CNC laser systems, CNC punching machines, and press brakes
Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and systems-level equipment issues
Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs to reduce downtime
Conduct root cause analysis and support continuous improvement initiatives
Read and interpret electrical schematics, technical manuals, and basic PLC logic
Support installation, commissioning, and optimization of fabrication equipment
Serve as a senior-level technical resource on the production floor
Ensure equipment reliability and performance across fabrication operations
Skills & Experience
5–8+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
Hands-on experience maintaining and troubleshooting:
Press brakes
CNC laser machines
CNC turret punch presses
Combination laser/punch machines
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Proven ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues
Experience working with fabrication equipment manufacturers such as TRUMPF, Amada, Toyokoki, and Diamond
Ability to read electrical schematics and technical documentation
Preferred Qualifications
Associate degree xywuqvp or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or related field
Experience supporting PLC-based systems in a manufacturing environment
Background in metal fabrication or high-volume production environments
Work Environment
Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts and vibration
Occasional risk of electrical exposure and moderate to loud noise levels
Requires standing, walking, and hands-on mechanical work throughout the shift
Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Regular use of hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and maintenance instruments