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Maintenance Tech I - 2nd Shift

Medline · Grayslake, IL · $28.75–$41.75 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 25, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a root cause analysis you did after a major downtime event.

What they are checking: Whether they dig past the quick fix to stop the same failure from coming back.

Tell me about a time you had to choose between a quick fix to get running and a proper repair.

What they are checking: Whether they weigh short-term output against long-term reliability and communicate the tradeoff.

How do you handle building work like door repairs, plumbing or ceiling tiles alongside line maintenance?

What they are checking: Whether they are willing to do the full range of facility work the role includes.

What would you do

A conveyor line stops in the middle of a busy shift. Walk me through how you troubleshoot it.

What they are checking: Whether they follow a logical, safe troubleshooting process under pressure to restore production.

A lower-level tech is stuck on a repair and production is waiting. How do you help?

What they are checking: Whether they can be an escalation point while still teaching others.

About the work

Tell me about your experience maintaining conveyors, automation or robotics.

What they are checking: Whether they have hands-on time with the equipment this distribution center runs on.

How do you use a CMMS, and why does it matter to log every repair?

What they are checking: Whether they see maintenance records as a tool for preventing repeat failures.

How do you read an electrical schematic to find a fault in a motor control circuit?

What they are checking: Whether they have real electrical troubleshooting skill beyond swapping parts.

What are the steps of lockout/tagout, and have you ever seen someone skip one?

What they are checking: Whether they treat energy control as non-negotiable, since one skipped step can kill or maim someone.

You also keep logs for fire pumps, generators and HVAC. How do you make sure those routine tests never get missed?

What they are checking: Whether they are reliable on life-safety system checks, which are easy to let slip.

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The full job description

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Job Summary Under limited supervision, set up, adjust, perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain assigned equipment with responsibility for production and quality. Job Description 2nd Shift: Tuesday-Saturday 2pm-10:30pm Responsibilities: • Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on assigned conveyors, automation, robotics and ancillary equipment as needed. • Perform routine troubleshooting of assigned out of service equipment and correct issues, act as an escalation point for lower level technicians, and escalate to leadership and/or more senior technicians as needed. Record all maintenance issues in maintenance log for each line. • Document all work in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and ticketing systems as appropriate and maintain accurate records of all operating logs for fire pumps, generators, HVAC equipment, and other facility systems that are tested on a routine basis. • Perform root cause analysis of major downtime events. • Assist maintenance mechanics in work that requires two people or when operational needs demand. • Perform facility/building project work as assigned. Tasks include, but are not limited to, light bulb/ballast replacement, door repairs, furniture installation, ceiling tile replacement, carpentry duties, plumbing repairs and maintaining operation logs. • Assemble and test equipment to verify correct operation and production. • Analyze and record cause of production delays on daily production reports and initiate procedures to solve equipment malfunctions. • Examine defects and analyze spoilage causes and, where possible, take corrective action and verify the corrective action has eliminated the problems. Required Experience: Education • High school diploma or equivalent Work Experience • 3 year of experience with conveyor, automation, or robotics equipment repair and maintenance • Fundamental understanding of machinery/equipment • Basic skill level in multiple computer software packages including Microsoft Excel • Experience working with inputs, outputs, and PLC logic systems and ability to troubleshoot these systems - Willing to travel at least/up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state). • Physical Abilities:- Frequently move, lift, carry supplies/equipment up to 50 lbs and may have to occasionally lift up to 75 lbs • Must be able to stand for minimum of 8 hours and up to 12 hours for up to 6 days a week. • Must be willing to learn new equipment as it is brought on-line. • Ability to continuously ascend and descend from ladders and stairs, work at heights and/or from a ladder, work from a lying down position, work with your hands above your head. • Willing to operate material handling equipment (i.e. fork truck). • Write documents and reports using writing instruments and computers • Read information, often in small print (drawings) • Follow appropriate safety procedures such as Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc. and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment, and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards • Willing to travel at least/up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state). • Must be willing to work overtime as needed. Preferred Qualifications • Associates Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, HVAC, or equivalent. • Graduate of an apprenticeship program or hold current trade certification. • At least 3 years of experience in a building maintenance position servicing a facility larger than 75,000 square feet. Physical activities necessary to perform one or more essential functions of the position: • Ability to bend, twist, reach, push, lift for extended periods daily - Frequently move, lift, carry supplies/equipment up to 50 lbs and may have to occasionally lift up to 75 lbs • Must be able to stand for minimum of 8 hours and up to 12 hours for up to 6 days a week • Ability to continuously ascend and descend from ladders and stairs, work at heights and/or from a ladder, work from a lying down position, work with your hands above your head. • Willing to operate material handling equipment (i.e. fork truck). - Write documents and reports using writing instruments and computers - Read information, often in small print (drawings) • Follow appropriate safety procedures such as Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc. and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment, and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards • Ability to work overtime and must be available for on-call requests as needed Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated salary range for this position: $28.75 - $41.75 Hourly The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold. Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here . We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here . Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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