About Us:

We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy. 

 

 

Job/Position Summary

Performs daily maintenance tasks on equipment (preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance). Carries out new installations (electrical, compressed air, vacuum, drainage, hydraulic systems, etc.) and executes new projects (production line modifications, office area remodeling). Conducts verification rounds on key equipment.

Main Areas of Responsibility

• Start up and shut down production support equipment.
• Start emergency equipment such as generators, fire pumps, etc.
• Monitor the performance of air compressors, air dryers, air conditioning units, chillers, and cooling towers.
• Monitor the performance of building equipment such as lighting, water pumps, and extraction systems.
• Manage PM systems within the plant, prepare preventive maintenance reports for building equipment, and process work orders.
• Perform installations for new projects.
• Perform maintenance on main electrical panel and electrical substations and coordinate external vendors for project execution.
• Backup support for key functions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical diagrams.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment, air compressors, compressed air systems and pneumatics.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations involving multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, or percentages.

 

Education and Experience

• Technical degree or equivalent experience in the field.
• Reading, writing and communicating in English.
• Experience repairing air conditioning and electrical systems.
• Experience in 110V, 220V, 480V monophasic/Triphasic.

Physical/Working Requirements

• Able to comply with requirements for respirator usage.
• Ability to lift material and equipment weighing up to 45lbs throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in confined places.

• Normal working environment conditions.
• Use of personal protective equipment required.

United States EEO Statement

CTS Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CTS Corporation will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It has been and shall continue to be both the official policy and the commitment of CTS Corporation to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of, among other characteristics, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

ADA accommodation statement: If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 630.577.8811. All other applications must be submitted online.

 

United States Additional Considerations

It is unlawful in all states where the Company operates, including Massachusetts, to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates applicable laws may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The Company does not require a lie detector test