Job ID: VB33928164
Location: Chicago, IL
Category: Industrial & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 06/08/2026
Maintenance Mechanic | $27-$30 an hour | Monday-Friday | 2:00 pm-10:30 pm
What Matters Most • Competitive Pay of $27-$30 per hour depending on your experience.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:00 pm-10:30 pm
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with career growth and stability
• Weekly Pay with direct deposit or pay card
• When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit and our referral bonus program
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:00 pm-10:30 pm
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with career growth and stability
• Weekly Pay with direct deposit or pay card
• When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit and our referral bonus program
Job Description
Looking for skilled Maintenance Mechanics with experience maintaining and repairing fabrication and production equipment.
Responsibilities:
• Assess machinery and equipment to accurately diagnose and repair issues
• Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment
• Diagnose and repair machine failures
• Inspect equipment for malfunctions
• Follow industry best practices, SOPs, LOTO procedures, and other safety guidelines
• Maintain a preventive maintenance schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery
• Log performed maintenance work through either paper documentation or a CMMS
• Respond immediately to emergency situations as needed
• Train equipment operators on preventive maintenance procedures
• Perform general maintenance work on buildings and equipment as assigned
• Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment
• Diagnose and repair machine failures
• Inspect equipment for malfunctions
• Follow industry best practices, SOPs, LOTO procedures, and other safety guidelines
• Maintain a preventive maintenance schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery
• Log performed maintenance work through either paper documentation or a CMMS
• Respond immediately to emergency situations as needed
• Train equipment operators on preventive maintenance procedures
• Perform general maintenance work on buildings and equipment as assigned
Qualifications and Requirements:
• High school diploma, certificate program, or vocational training.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of maintenance mechanic experience.
• Experience with Salvagnini, Elumatec, and Cincinnati equipment is a plus.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical production and facility equipment.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing, including Physical, Audiometric, and Respiratory evaluations.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of maintenance mechanic experience.
• Experience with Salvagnini, Elumatec, and Cincinnati equipment is a plus.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical production and facility equipment.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing, including Physical, Audiometric, and Respiratory evaluations.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Benefits and Perks:
• $27-$30 per hour plus overtime opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Medical Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match & more
• Training & Growth
• Paid Time Off
• Medical Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match & more
• Training & Growth
Your New Organization:
Our client is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to join their Maintenance team. This role is responsible for ensuring fabrication and production equipment is maintained and operating safely at peak efficiency. Join a company that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement while offering opportunities for long-term career growth and competitive benefits upon permanent hire.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base salary range for this position is $27-$30 per hour, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final salary will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future salary growth.
