Maintenance Mechanic

Company: Hughes Recruiting & Consulting
Location: Darien
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Maintenance Mechanic: Darien, Wisconsin Our customer in Darien, Wisconsin is seeking motivated individuals to join their team. We’re recruiting Maintenance Mechanics to work full-time. As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on building systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. Responsibilities of the Maintenance Mechanic: Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and facility-related issues to keep equipment and systems operating safely and efficiently. Respond promptly to maintenance requests, service calls, and equipment malfunctions. Perform preventative maintenance according to schedules to reduce downtime and extend equipment life. Install, adjust, repair, and replace equipment parts and components as needed. Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, technical diagrams, and equipment manuals. Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities. Follow all safety policies, OSHA regulations, and lockout/tagout procedures. Assist with general facility maintenance, including lighting, painting, and basic carpentry Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors when required. Maintenance Mechanic Requirements and Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required. 2–5 years of experience as a maintenance technician, mechanic, or in a related role. Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work effectively in a team environment. Experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, hydraulics, or machinery repair strongly preferred. Ability to operate or cross-train on equipment such as forklifts or overhead cranes. Fabrication and welding experience is a plus. Ability to read and understand blueprints, electrical schematics, and safety procedures. Pay for Maintenance Mechanic: $25-$32/hour. Maintenance Mechanic Benefits: Health insurance. Paid time off. 401k with company match. Paid weekly. Direct deposit. Paid training. Type: 1st Shift, Full-time. Schedule: 7am-3pm, Monday – Friday. Apply now! Are you ready to move from the worries of today to your dreams of tomorrow? If so, give Hughes a call. We are the top-rated staffing, recruiting, and HR experts in the region. We are headquartered in Freeport, IL and have 11 locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Where we have offices, we have connections to the best local jobs! Walk in our doors and you’ll find friendly professional staff who dig deep, get results, and most importantly have fun! The reviews speak for themselves—at Hughes, we quickly connect you with companies that offer competitive pay rates, great culture & benefits, and opportunities to grow. We offer health insurance and 401(k) too to all our employees. To get started, visit us online at www.hughesrecruiting.com and complete our application. We’ll be in touch soon!

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