Industrial Technician Jobs in Illinois

Industrial Technician jobs in Illinois are concentrated in manufacturing, food processing, and industrial automation, with strong demand at every level from entry-level maintenance roles to senior equipment specialists. Chicago, Rockford, and Peoria are the primary hiring centers, anchored by major employers like Caterpillar, Abbott Laboratories, and Kraft Heinz that maintain large production and facility operations across the state. The most in-demand specialties are PLC programming, predictive maintenance, and hydraulics and pneumatics systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles50
Top employerAdvanced Technology Services
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring43
Work type100% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Industrial Maintenance Technician
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Industrial Maintenance Technician
Prairie Material
Addison, Illinois
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$29.16 - $40.37/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Industrial Radiographic Technician
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Industrial Radiographic Technician
CHICAGO MAGNESIUM CASTING CO
Blue Island, Illinois
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$22 - $32/hr
On-Site

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Industrial Battery Field Service Technician
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Industrial Battery Field Service Technician
Associated
Orland Park, Illinois
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$28 - $38/hr
High school diploma or GED
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Safety Technician (Decatur, IL) - Austin Industrial
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Safety Technician (Decatur, IL) - Austin Industrial
Austin Industrial
Decatur, Illinois
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
NCCER Certification
1,001-5,000

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Industrial Maintenance Technician
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Industrial Maintenance Technician
Helion Group
Niles, Illinois
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$45 - $55/hr

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Industrial Technician Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
5 jobs
Peoria
2 jobs
Decatur
2 jobs
Northlake
2 jobs
Dixon
1 job
Elgin
1 job
Niles
1 job
Cicero
1 job
Geneva
1 job

Industrial Technician Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Advanced Technology Services8 open roles
Associated2 open roles
Konecranes2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in industrial technician jobs across Illinois.

  • Associate degree or technical diploma in industrial technology, electromechanical systems, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience with PLCs, variable frequency drives, and automated production equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals
  • Proficiency in preventive and predictive maintenance practices including vibration analysis and thermography
  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 General Industry certification recognized by Illinois manufacturers
  • Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma

Industrial Technician Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an industrial technician in Illinois?

Illinois does not require a state-issued license specifically for industrial technicians, so the path runs through education and employer-recognized credentials. Most employers expect at least an associate degree in industrial technology or electromechanical systems from a community college like Elgin Community College, Parkland College, or Moraine Valley. Completing an apprenticeship through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity or earning certifications in PLC systems and OSHA safety strengthens a candidate's profile considerably.

Which companies hire industrial technicians in Illinois?

Companies currently hiring industrial technicians in Illinois include Advanced Technology Services, Associated, and Konecranes, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's dense manufacturing corridor, particularly around the Chicago metro and along the I-39 corridor, means large food, pharmaceutical, and heavy equipment producers keep a steady pipeline of technician openings throughout the year.

Which Illinois cities have the most industrial technician jobs?

Chicago, Peoria, and Decatur consistently post the most industrial technician openings in Illinois. Chicago leads because of its concentration of large food, chemical, and consumer goods facilities, while Rockford and Peoria are driven by heavy equipment manufacturers including Caterpillar's significant production footprint and the aerospace and defense suppliers clustered in the Rock River Valley.

Are there remote industrial technician jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of industrial technician openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects how hands-on the role fundamentally is. The portions of the work most likely to shift remote are documentation, PLC programming and simulation, and technical support roles that troubleshoot equipment issues through software rather than on the plant floor.

How can I get hired as an industrial technician in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is enrolling in an associate program at an Illinois community college and applying for internships or co-op placements before graduating. Large Illinois manufacturers like Caterpillar and Abbott run structured technician trainee and apprenticeship programs that accept candidates with limited experience. Moving laterally from a production operator or maintenance helper role within a facility is another common route, and earning an OSHA 10 certification and a basic PLC fundamentals credential from a community college gives entry-level applicants a meaningful advantage.

Where can I find and apply to industrial technician jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to industrial technician jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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