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Maintenance Technician

Fulton, Illinois, United States, 61252


What Timken makes possible begins with you.
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.

 

A career at Timken means you can have an immediate impact doing Work That Matters to the world— improving the efficiency of today's industrial equipment and preparing for the future of motion on our planet and beyond. New employees can start contributing right away, and there are many opportunities to advance your career at your own pace. Join our global team of 19,000 people in 45 countries, and start helping our customers push the limits of what's possible in their world of motion.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role involves diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems while supporting installations. The Maintenance Technician contributes to equipment reliability, production efficiency, and workplace safety while adapting to a variety of non‑standard tasks and project assignments. Technicians may progress through four levels if they have met the required skills and qualification for each role.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, assemble, and adjust mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on production and facility equipment.
  • Perform equipment inspections and address safety interlocks, guarding, and compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
  • Execute scheduled preventive maintenance and document maintenance activities in maintenance logs or CMMS systems.
  • Assist with the installation, relocation, commissioning, and modification of manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
  • Work from technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, specifications, and manuals to complete maintenance tasks.
  • Perform general facility maintenance, including HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and building systems.
  • Operate forklifts, Skyjacks, and other maintenance vehicles as required.
  • Collaborate with maintenance team members, production personnel, and leadership on repairs, improvements, and projects.
  • Follow all safety policies, procedures, and training requirements.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Core Responsibilites: 

  • Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and basic repairs under general supervision.
  • Troubleshoot and repair common mechanical and electrical issues using established procedures.
  • Support preventive maintenance programs and assist with equipment installations and upgrades.
  • Accurately document work performed and report equipment issues to senior technicians or supervisors.
  • Develop technical skills and knowledge through hands‑on experience and training.

Qualifications: 

  • 1+ years of relevant experience or equivalent demonstrated ability.
  • 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • Familiarity with OSHA safety standards.
  • Eligibility for forklift certification.

Hourly compensation for this role is $25.00 per hour. This full-time position is eligible for a paid time off plan that includes 10 additional company paid holidays, 401(k) and/or Roth 401(k) with company match after one (1) month of employment plus quarterly Core Defined Contributions, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.

 

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.


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Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.

We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

  • Over a century of knowledge and innovation
  • A culture of top performance
  • A global, diverse environment
  • Products that contribute to a sustainable world
  • A conviction to improve communities around us
  • Competitive salary and benefits

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