--- title: Maintenance Mechanic at Surge Staffing description: Surge Staffing is hiring for the Maintenance Mechanic role in Elk Grove Village, IL. Pays $30–$35 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/maintenance-mechanic-at-surge-staffing-01a1843d-c63d-7d7a-93ed-6ee1a703a1c7 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Surge Staffing as Maintenance Mechanic in Elk Grove Village, IL. Pays $30–$35 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/xbm2ln.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Surge Staffing | | **Location** | Elk Grove Village, IL | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** B · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Surge Staffing. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Surge Staffing. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $55,000 – $73,000 a year (median $64,000). ## Description # Maintenance Mechanic **Job Summary** We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production machinery and facility equipment. This position requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC systems. The ideal candidate can diagnose equipment failures, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to emergency breakdowns to keep production running safely and efficiently. **Pay:** Based on experience! **Shift:** - Day Shift: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM - Night Shift: 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM - Rotating schedule: 36 hours one week and 48 hours the following week - Overtime may be required. **Responsibilities** - Perform routine preventive maintenance on production machinery and equipment. - Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical equipment. - Diagnose and repair issues involving motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, electrical controls, and PLC systems. - Replace or repair machine components, including bearings, wiring, valves, gauges, switches, and filters. - Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment service manuals. - Inspect machinery to identify defects, wear, and potential equipment failures. - Dismantle, repair, adjust, and reassemble equipment as needed. - Respond to emergency equipment breakdowns and restore machinery to working condition as quickly as possible. - Test equipment after repairs to ensure proper operation. - Maintain a safe and organized work environment by following all safety procedures. - Assist with ordering necessary parts and equipment. - Participate in the on-call program and work additional hours when needed. **Qualifications** - High school diploma or GED required. - At least one year of related maintenance experience or equivalent training. - Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems. - Experience troubleshooting hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC systems. - Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and mechanical drawings. - Knowledge of electrical controls, mechanical assemblies, and facility equipment. - Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. - Ability to respond to emergency equipment failures and work under time-sensitive conditions. - Electrician's license preferred but not required. - Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts and overtime as needed. **Physical Requirements and Work Environment** - Ability to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb as needed. - Ability to lift or move more than 100 pounds with assistance. - Comfortable working around moving machinery, electrical equipment, and moderate to loud noise levels. - Must follow all workplace safety requirements. **Apply Today!** If you have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and enjoy keeping production equipment operating efficiently, we encourage you to apply! 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