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Maintenance Handyman 3rd
Freeport, IL, USA
USD 22.65-26.93 / hour
Posted on Nov 12, 2026
The Impact You'll Make
Danfoss has an immediate opportunity for a 3rd Shift Maintenance Handyman Technician to join the diverse team in Freeport, IL. As assigned by the Team Leader/Facilitator, this role involves performing duties related to routine maintenance and housekeeping in manufacturing and office areas. The pay range for this position is $22.65 - $26.93, with a 3rd shift premium of 10%.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Operates evaporator system managing the dump stations and evaporators. Coordinates with Plant site Safety Leader the disposal of hazardous material; solvents and sludge.
- Responsible for managing mop dump stations and floor soap dispensing areas. Performs minor mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance.
- Maintaining Aercology/Torit/Smog Hog systems. This may involve filter changes, unit cleaning, or belt replacement. Also taking air-flow readings in the ducts to balance the system, which requires sheave replacement.
- Using forklift to remove dumpster, perform janitorial duties. Performs general grounds care; trash pick-up, parking lot cleaning, snow shoveling, etc.
- Supporting Fluid Managed recycling program which may involve coolant recycling, tank moving and cleaning, sump pump-outs etc.
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma/equivalent (GED) or equivalent experience. General knowledge of housekeeping and maintenance is required.
- Ability to read, analyze, and schematics. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Leadership, customers & service technicians is required.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume are required. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry are required.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
What You'll Get from Us
- We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
- You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
- You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
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The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
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