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Maintenance Technician Senior

Mmsteam, Peoria, IL, United States


Senior Industrial Maintenance Technician (Lead Role | 1st Shift)
East Peoria, IL
$29–$33/hr. + Overtime
Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Full-Time

Step Into a True Lead Technician Role
Ready to be the person others rely on when things go down?

We’re looking for a

Senior Maintenance Technician

who can take the lead on complex repairs, support other techs, and keep critical production equipment running.

This isn’t just another maintenance role—this is a chance to

own the floor, mentor others, and make a real impact on operations .

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead troubleshooting and repair of

industrial production equipment

Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues across the facility

Jump in on breakdowns and get equipment back online quickly

Perform and guide preventive maintenance efforts

Support installations, upgrades, and process improvements

Work closely with operators and engineering teams

Mentor junior technicians and help elevate the team

Equipment You’ll Work On

Motors, conveyors, gearboxes, and drive systems

Pumps, compressors, hydraulics, and pneumatics

Electrical panels, wiring, and control systems

CNC machines, robotic welding cells, and automation systems

PLC-controlled equipment (a plus, not required)

Tools & Technology

Multimeters, megohm meters, and diagnostic tools

Vibration analysis & thermography tools

Precision alignment and measurement toolsCMMS systems

Requirements
What You Need

5+ years of industrial maintenance experience

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills

Ability to read schematics and technical drawings

Experience working in manufacturing or production environments

Safety-first mindset (LOTO, OSHA)

Bonus if you have:

PLC or automation experience

Experience supporting CNC or robotic systems

Experience mentoring or guiding other technicians

Work Environment

Active industrial setting

Hands‑on troubleshooting and repair work

Occasional overtime as needed

Why This Role Stands Out

1st shift schedule

(rare for senior-level maintenance roles )

Opportunity to

step into a lead position without going fully into management

Work on a mix of mechanical, electrical, and automated systems

Stable, long-term role with growth potential

Apply Today
If you’re a skilled maintenance tech ready to step up, lead, and make an impact—we want to talk.

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