Maintenance Electrician Jobs in Illinois
Maintenance Electrician jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Franklin Park, and Buffalo Grove and other Illinois metros, with employers like Cushman & Wakefield, Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional, and United Airlines hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Penn Aluminum International LLC As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Installs, maintains, and repairs manufacturing equipment and fixtures. Conducts complex maintenance activities primarily on machinery and related equipment. Maintains repair and maintenance records. Troubleshoots problems and resolves complex and high priority issues. Typically has more than 5 years of experience and works under general direction.
- Use basic hand and power tools safely (wrenches, screwdrivers, drills, saws, pneumatic tools)
- Perform general plantwide housekeeping duties including cleaning the floors.
- Rebuild pumps/cylinders from supplied prints.
- Perform Monthly Preventative Maintenance on production/facility equipment.
- Use welding/cutting equipment (stick and/or mig, oxy-acetylene, Plasma cutter, grinders, etc.)
- Bend conduit and run basic electrical circuits according to prints provided.
- Use pipe threading equipment.
- Troubleshoot/repair mechanical power train components (conveyors, bearings, gears, gearboxes, and shafts).
- Troubleshoot and repair complex hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
- Read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic symbols and prints.
- Read PLC ladder logic symbols and instructions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Candidates Have Successfully Completed
- MFT103 Industrial Robots & PLCs
- IDM 210 Hydraulics & Pneumatics
Strongly Preferred Candidates have completed or are currently enrolled in:
- HAC 107 Electrical Controls and Circuitry
- MFT 201 PLC Manufacturing Systems
Experience with Allen Bradley Micrologix, SLC 500, and RSLOGIX 500 is highly desired. This is a union facility.
COMPENSATION
Pay ranges from $31.42-$40.00/hr depending on maintenance grade classification. We have immediate opportunities for Afternoon and Midnight Shift for currently enrolled students seeking full time work.
Pay Range
36.00 - 44.00
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Maintenance Electrician Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Cushman & Wakefield5

- Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional4

- United Airlines4

- Atkore3

- EPS3

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing21
- Construction & Real Estate10
- Healthcare & Medical Services9
- Electronics & Hardware7
- Chemicals & Materials5
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance electrician jobs across Illinois.
- Journeyman or master electrician license required by most employers
- 3-5 years of industrial or commercial electrical maintenance experience
- Proficiency with PLCs and variable frequency drives (VFDs)
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred or required
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
- Experience with predictive and preventive maintenance programs
Maintenance Electrician Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many maintenance electrician jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 82+ maintenance electrician openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Franklin Park, and Buffalo Grove. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do maintenance electricians make in Illinois?
Maintenance electricians in Illinois earn a median of about $99,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,240 for the lowest 10% to over $123,660 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most maintenance electrician jobs?
Chicago, Franklin Park, and Buffalo Grove have the most maintenance electrician openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire maintenance electricians in Illinois?
Employers hiring maintenance electricians in Illinois include Cushman & Wakefield, Prime Healthcare Foundation-Southern Regional, and United Airlines, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote maintenance electrician jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 6% of maintenance electrician openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for maintenance electrician jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to maintenance electrician jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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