Hydrite · 5 hours ago
Facilities Technician - 1st Shift
University Park, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$25/hr - $28/hrHydrite Chemical Company is a family-driven and financially strong organization seeking problem-solvers to join their team. The Facilities Technician role combines maintenance and operational responsibilities, ensuring equipment reliability and supporting production activities.
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Responsibilities
Perform daily maintenance and repair duties on plant equipment not serviced by outside contractors
Maintain and execute the preventive maintenance (PM) program, ensuring all PMs are completed and documented
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to minimize downtime
Maintain building equipment, systems, and work areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition
Coordinate and oversee contractor activities, including estimates, capital projects, and expense control
Perform warehousing duties, including shipping, receiving, material handling, and inspections as required
Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely
Support production operations, including set-up, packaging, and changeovers as needed
Flex between maintenance, warehouse/production duties based on operational priorities
Perform all duties in accordance with Hydrite SOPs, safety policies, and regulatory requirements
Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety, and process training activities and maintain RCRA compliance
Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through quality facilities, products, and services
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Applicants must be able to pass a 12-panel drug screening
Maintain a clean-shaven appearance below the top lip line as required for this position
High school diploma or equivalent required
Perform daily maintenance and repair duties on plant equipment not serviced by outside contractors
Maintain and execute the preventive maintenance (PM) program, ensuring all PMs are completed and documented
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to minimize downtime
Maintain building equipment, systems, and work areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition
Coordinate and oversee contractor activities, including estimates, capital projects, and expense control
Perform warehousing duties, including shipping, receiving, material handling, and inspections as required
Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely
Support production operations, including set-up, packaging, and changeovers as needed
Flex between maintenance, warehouse/production duties based on operational priorities
Perform all duties in accordance with Hydrite SOPs, safety policies, and regulatory requirements
Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety, and process training activities and maintain RCRA compliance
Uphold Hydrite's Standard of Excellence through quality facilities, products, and services
Perform additional duties as assigned
Must have an acceptable driving record
Preferred
Maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred (but not required)
Previous warehouse and/or production experience preferred (but not required)
Experience with CMMS systems (e.g., Maximo) preferred
Knowledge of work safety and environmental regulations
Ability to work weekends, overtime, and flexible schedules as operational needs require
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to read, write, and speak English
Benefits
Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
$500 per Year Wellness Incentive
Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.
401k and profit sharing
Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Legal services insurance
Scholarship awards for children of employees
Summer picnic
Community giving events
Free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach
Company
Hydrite
At Hydrite we are family driven, financially strong, and looking for problem solvers to join our growing team.
Founded in 1929
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jim Auerbach
Chief Financial Officer
Dan Sager, SPHR
Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
2025-09-29
2025-08-19
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