Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift

locations: Dixon, IL (USA)
time type: Full time
End Date: March 21, 2025 
job requisition id: JR-22592

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities. ​

Donaldson Company is currently hiring a 2nd shift Maintenance Technician.

Hours: 2 pm - 10 pm Monday - Friday

The pay rate is $23.34 per hour plus $1.00 Shift Differential for 2nd shift.

Value you will bring: 

• Performs troubleshooting and repair of pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems of plant equipment; determines the root cause of a problem, recommends an effective solution to solve the problem and implements the solution within the limits set by the supervisor
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance tasks (PMs).
• Perform building maintenance tasks - these could include painting, carpentry work, welding, plumbing, lighting, and electrical repairs.
• Operate and maintain general machine shop tools and equipment which includes band saws, belt sander, welder, lathes, drill press, etc.
• Fabricate simple tooling and fixtures from designs or sketches.
• Operate Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV) i.e. fork trucks, lifts, floor sweepers, etc., and attachments.
• Assist in new equipment installations or relocation of current equipment; this could involve moving, assembling, rigging, installing air piping, running conduit, leveling, and aligning equipment from blueprints, schematics, and specs.
• Repair machines and equipment according to maintenance schedule with minimal interruption to production
• Maintain buildings and grounds as needed; Light janitorial duties required
• Locate and help maintain maintenance inventory
• Determine root cause and provide positive feedback for corrective action plans to improve equipment reliability.
• Comply with all DOT, HAZMAT, and environmental policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned 
  

Preferred Qualifications 

• Electrical and/or mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing facility
• Experience with control wiring, pneumatics, hydraulics, welding, machining and HVAC
• Use a computer to enter data and obtain data
• PLC/CNC experience preferred
• Ability to read and follow specifications and procedures
• Ability to comprehend mechanical & electrical blueprints
• Understand pumps and valves and their application; refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, and ventilation equipment;  P.L.C. concepts
• Exhibit mechanical aptitude and knowledge of industrial electric symbols and line diagrams, control logic-line diagrams, AC/DC motors, motor starters, and motor controllers
• Work with and around chemicals and other materials, having exposures within acceptable limits, without adverse reaction
• Work in a physically demanding and potentially dirty environment
• Communicate & interact effectively with all plant employees
• Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a fast-paced work environment
• Multi-craft certification