New 
Skilled - Maintenance Technician
 QPS Employment Group | |
52,000
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 United States, Illinois, Des Plaines | |
 Jan 05, 2026 | |
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Position Title: Maintenance Technician
Wage: $52,000 - $78,000/year Shift: 2nd Hours: 2:00pm - 10:00pm Are your skills not being fully utilized? Reach your maximum potential by working with QPS! QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity available for a Maintenance Technician at a company in Des Plaines, IL. This is a direct hire position for 2nd shift. Apply now! Maintenance Technician Responsibilities: - Repairs and maintains physical structures, under supervision, using hand and power tools - Paints structures, performs masonry work, and repairs plumbing fixtures and woodwork - Makes repairs to tools and equipment - Repairs, maintains and installs low voltage electrical systems, appliances and fixtures - Measures, cuts, bonds, threads, assemble and installs electrical conduit - Moves, installs and adjusts appliances, fixtures, motors and other electrical/mechanical equipment for safety - Patches concrete and performs repairs on roof and furniture - Assists higher level mechanics and performs other duties as assigned - Requests assistance from others for any problems beyond area of knowledge or expertise - Uses a variety of hand and power tools - Follows detailed instructions from others or written format - Makes routine checks on equipment - Adheres to safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures - Actively speaks up and reports safety, environmental or quality concerns Requirements for Maintenance Technician: - High school diploma or equivalent preferred - Three to five years of maintenance trades experience a plus - Electrical experience a must - Must be able to communicate in English, both written and verbally - Able to work independently and part of a team - Able to accept responsibility - Able to read and follow detailed instructions - Able to lift 50 pounds repetitively - Able to work in a production environment - Able to walk, stand and otherwise perform job functions on concrete floors with safety boots/shoes QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS? - Access to sought-after positions with leading employers - Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process | |