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Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Specialist

Express Employment - Springfield, IL

Springfield, IL 62703 • $24.00 to $35.00 / hr • 11/10/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Why This Role Matters

At our Springfield, IL 62703 facility, uptime is everything. You’ll be the specialist who keeps machines safe, reliable, and ready for production.

Your Mission
  • Own preventive maintenance routines and execute timely repairs across a range of equipment.
  • Diagnose faults in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systemsand resolve them fast.
  • Document all maintenance and repair activities with precision.
  • Coordinate with production to minimize disruptions and shorten downtime.
  • Maintain a safe, orderly work area and consistently follow safety standards.
  • Support machine installations and initial setup as operations scale.
  • Stay current on emerging maintenance tools, methods, and technology.
Core Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical schooling/certification preferred.
  • Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician or similar industrial role.
  • Strong command of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic fundamentals.
  • Comfort reading schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals.
  • Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
  • Team-oriented communicator who collaborates effectively.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and respond to emergencies.
Technical Proficiency
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
  • 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
  • Electrical Installation
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Electrical Repair
  • High Voltage Systems
  • Maintenance and Repair Skills
  • Hydraulic Systems & Components
  • Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
  • Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
  • Equipment Repair & Maintenance
Equipment You’ll Encounter
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
  • Conveyor Systems
Success Looks Like
  • Reduced unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance and smart troubleshooting.
  • Accurate, timely maintenance records that inform better planning.
  • Safe, clean work practices that set the standard on the floor.

If you thrive on solving complex equipment issues and keeping production on schedule, this role is built for you.