Industrial Mechanic — Overnight Shift

Job overview

The Industrial Mechanic role is onsite in Schaumburg, IL. Compensation is $32–$40 per hour, plus a $1 per hour shift differential and overtime. The role supports a highly automated manufacturing facility and its maintenance and reliability work.

What you'll do

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems
• diagnose PLC-controlled equipment and HMI interfaces
• maintain production machinery including conveyors, mixers, ovens, and refrigeration equipment
• perform rebuilds, precision alignments, and root-cause failure analysis
• lead complex repairs and breakdown investigations
• develop preventive maintenance procedures and recommend improvements
• mentor technicians
• and support plant reliability initiatives.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

industrial mechanic

schaumburg il

$32–$40/hour

$1/hour shift differential

overnight shift

12-hour shifts

rotating 2-2-3 schedule

plc troubleshooting

automated manufacturing

preventive maintenance

8+ years experience

medical/dental/vision

401(k)

paid holidays

pto

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• paid holidays
• paid time off.

Why this role

Requires at least eight years of industrial maintenance experience and ability to work a 12-hour rotating overnight schedule. Welding and fabrication experience preferred; Allen-Bradley PLC experience preferred. Contract-to-hire arrangement is described as six months.

About the employer

Sterling Engineering Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.