Maintenance Mechanic / 2nd Shift

Danfoss
Danfoss

Freeport, IL, USA

USD 29.5-33 / hour

Posted on Nov 3, 2026
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Job Description

The candidate in this role will maintain and repair machine tools used in manufacturing production and testing. They are responsible for conducting repairs, preventive maintenance (PM), modifications, installations, and rearrangements of both building and production equipment and systems. This is a 2nd Shift position, Monday through Friday, from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., offering a pay range of $29.50 to $33.00 per hour, depending on experience. Additionally, there is a $1,500 sign-on bonus, with $750 awarded after 3 months and another $750 after 6 months.

Employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of employment which include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, annual bonus program, paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, a great working environment including 100% climate-controlled facility and much more! Danfoss offers 3 weeks paid PTO accrued over each bi-weekly paycheck plus 13 paid holidays including annual paid shutdown week between Christmas and New Year’s. We pride ourselves on growing our human potential and encouraging career growth within our facilities.

Job Responsibilities

Repair of machines used in production including chuck repair, replacing hydraulic oil hoses and leaks, replacing lube blocks, valves, belts, cylinders, seals. Also aligns turrets, spindles, and tailstock. Repairs chip conveyors and tanks and resolves bearing issues. Electrical repair includes replacing switches, solenoids, cooling fans, fuses relays and contactors.

Performs preventative maintenance on all machines. Finds root cause fixes using 8-D and 4-step problems solving analysis.

Background and Skills

  • High School Diploma
  • One (1) year certificate from college or technical school
  • Three (3) to six (6) months experience
  • Equivalent experience and education will be considered

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Employee Benefits

  • Three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off annually for newly hired employees
  • 13 paid holidays, including floating holidays annually
  • Annual Bonus Program
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with company match and safe harbor contributions
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance eligibility upon date of hire
  • Company paid Basic Life Insurance & AD&D, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Insurance (with enhanced buy up option)
  • Optional Life Insurance & AD&D (including Spouse/Child Optional) coverage
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending and a Health Savings Account (including company contribution) if enrolled in applicable Danfoss Medical Plan
  • Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Reimbursement for industry/organization membership dues, home office expenses, etc., based on established eligibility criteria
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Job Referral Bonus Program
  • Voluntary benefits such as: Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity and Fraud Protection, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Additional benefits such as virtual physical therapy sessions, fitness membership programs, and day care provider network assistance
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