What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Maintenance Tech/Coordinator position at PDS Tech Commercial?
Location: Wheeling, IL
Shift: 1st Shift | Monday – Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM | Some Saturdays Required
Pay: 23–25/hour (based on experience)
Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
Are you mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and ready to grow into a skilled Maintenance Technician? We’re hiring a Maintenance Coordinator in Wheeling, IL for a hands-on role supporting facility maintenance and operations in a manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who has completed a technical program, worked in a shop environment, or is ready to take the next step in their maintenance career.
What You’ll Do:Plan, schedule, and track maintenance activities using our CMMS (MaintainX)
Collaborate with the maintenance team and contractors on PMs and repairs
Coordinate and follow up on maintenance requests and documentation
Help monitor and manage parts inventory and supply orders
Gain exposure to preventative and predictive maintenance processes
Assist in weekend maintenance and hands-on work with tools and machinery
Support safety standards and participate in plant safety initiatives
High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Experience or comfort using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and MRP systems (QAD preferred)
Comfortable reading diagrams and basic schematics
Willingness to learn, stay organized, and be a key point of contact for vendors and internal teams
Must be dependable, proactive, and motivated to build a long-term career in industrial maintenance
Associate degree, trade school certification, or technical training
Exposure to PM systems, work order management, and inventory control
This role is perfect for someone looking to build a future in maintenance while getting paid to learn and grow. Join a company that values your potential and offers stability, development, and the opportunity to work with great people every day.
Pay Details: 23.00 to 25.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance