Maintenance Technician III - 1st Shift, 6 AM-2:30PM - Mt Prospect, IL
Location
Mount Prospect, IL
Employment Type
Full-time
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Posted on September 16, 2026
Job Description
Overview
Avery Dennison Corporation is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company seeking a Maintenance Technician III for their 1st Shift team in Mt Prospect, IL. The role involves maintaining facility uptime and equipment reliability through troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of industrial machinery.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose failures and repair industrial machinery, including 3-phase electrical controls, PLC systems, DC drives, motors, pneumatic tools, and conveyors.
- Execute strict PM schedules, perform equipment calibrations, and inspect circuits and wiring for safety and efficiency.
- Partner with engineers and production teams to optimize machinery, reduce downtime, and eliminate safety risks.
- Order replacement parts, maintain repair logs, adhere to OSHA standards, and foster a clean, safe shop environment.
Requirements
- High School/GED required.
- 3+ years of multi-craft (electrical & mechanical) industrial maintenance experience, OR a Trade School Certification / Associate's Degree in Industrial Maintenance.
- Hands-on experience with 3-phase power, PLC systems, relay logic, motor controls, electrical conduit installation, and testing devices.
- Proficient in mechanical tool repair, pneumatics, basic plumbing, HVAC, masonry, and general facility maintenance.
- Exceptional diagnostic agility, mechanical aptitude, schematic reading, computer literacy, effective communication, and willingness to cross-train.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs, with flexibility to work short-notice overtime as production requires.
Benefits
- Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
- Paid parental leave
- 401K eligibility
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
Additional Information
- Shift: 1st Shift, 6 AM - 2:30 PM
- Location: Mt Prospect, Illinois
Benefits
Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
Paid parental leave
401K eligibility
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
Paid vacation and paid holidays
How this job compares in Mount Prospect, IL
Pay in context
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