Maintenance Mechanic (CNC)
Job Description
Location: Skokie, IL
Shift: 1st Shift (5:00 AM Start), 2nd Shift (2:00 PM Start), or Mid Shift (Preferred: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
Compensation: $29–$39/hour (flexible for highly experienced CNC Maintenance Technicians)
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain CNC machinery and facility systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance (PM) including lubrication, cleaning, filter changes, and maintaining accurate TPM records according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical systems, including disassembly and replacement of bearings, gears, and structural components.
- Identify equipment issues by observing machinery in operation and gathering input from machine operators and production staff.
- Utilize precision measuring instruments, gauges, power tools, and hand tools to complete maintenance tasks.
- Provide emergency or unscheduled repairs to restore production equipment quickly and safely.
- Perform basic troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
- Review service requests for repairs and determine the appropriate course of action for maintenance solutions.
- Assist with the movement and setup of equipment and facility fixtures as needed.
- Maintain and support facility plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems as required.
- Perform required preventative maintenance tasks including cleaning, lubrication, and component replacement.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 5+ years of maintenance troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience maintaining CNC machining centers preferred, including brands such as:
- Mazak
- Nakamura
- Samsung
- Okuma
- DMG Mori
- Experience working with PLC systems and AC/DC motors and drives.
- Knowledge of electrical wiring, circuits, and schematics.
- Experience supporting industrial electrical systems related to machinery.
Meet Your Recruiter
Senior Technical Recruiter
Naeomi is a Senior Technical Recruiter at Sterling Engineering with more than two years of experience supporting candidates and clients. She focuses on Sterling’s Commercial Division, recruiting for roles across plastics, machining, aerospace, and other specialized technical environments.
Naeomi enjoys recruiting because it gives her the opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact in someone’s life. She is passionate about helping candidates find new opportunities that align with their skills, goals, and long-term career growth.
For Naeomi, recruiting is also about building trusted relationships and being a helpful resource beyond one placement. Whether supporting an individual candidate or someone in their network who may be looking for a new role, she takes pride in helping people move forward with confidence.