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DS Containers

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Production Line Mechanic Technician

Batavia, IL · On-site

$33 - $37/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Containers-Inc AT DS CONTAINERS, THESE ARE OUR CORE VALUES: Integrity with all our investors ... Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems with high-speed production line equipment (e.g ...

Heniff

ISO Equipment Control Speciliast

Hazel Crest, IL

$20 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Track container movements (in-gate, out-gate, empty, loaded, repair, and repositioning) * Ensure accurate container status updates in the equipment control system * Investigate and resolve equipment ...

Silgan Containers

Mechanic

Hammond, IN

$34.27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Silgan Containers has openings for industrial Mechanics at our Hammond manufacturing ... Troubleshoot, repair, and improve mechanical components on high speed can lines equipment to ensure ...

Silgan Containers

Mechanic

Hammond, IN

$34.27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Silgan Containers has openings for industrial Mechanics at our Hammond manufacturing ... Troubleshoot, repair, and improve mechanical components on high speed can lines equipment to ensure ...

United Scrap Metal Inc

Transportation Mechanic

Cicero, IL · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Must possess skills to repair the following type of equipment: tractors, trailers, portable baler and all transportation containers (roll offs, luger boxes) Truck Mechanic * Inspects, diagnoses and ...

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation

Mechanic

Hammond, IN · On-site

$34.27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Silgan Containers has openings for industrial Mechanics at our Hammond manufacturing facility ... Troubleshoot, repair, and improve mechanical components on high speed can lines equipment to ensure ...

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation

Mechanic

Hammond, IN · On-site

$34.27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Silgan Containers has openings for industrial Mechanics at our Hammond manufacturing facility ... Troubleshoot, repair, and improve mechanical components on high speed can lines equipment to ensure ...

Westward360

Janitorial Maintenance Technician

Chicago, IL

$17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Complete minor repairs (common areas and units) * Clean common areas of property such as: rotating dumpsters (requires ability to move containers), dusting, vacuuming & mopping, carpet cleaning ...

Republic Services

Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

Crown Point, IN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... repair/maintenance of equipment that services the container shop; and providing direction to technicians to ensure that all repairs/maintenance to equipment (trucks -- diesel and alternate fuel ...

Republic Services

Fleet Maintenance Supervisor

Crown Point, IN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... repair/maintenance of equipment that services the container shop; and providing direction to technicians to ensure that all repairs/maintenance to equipment (trucks -- diesel and alternate fuel ...

Pacific Rail Services

Diesel Mechanic

Northlake, IL · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Rail Management Services maintains over 100 intermodal lift devices including 20 cranes and over 800 hostling tractors, provides trailer/container/chassis repairs and all intermodal administrative ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for container repair in Chicago, IL is $19.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.84 and $21.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Container Repair job involves inspecting, maintaining, and repairing shipping containers to ensure they remain safe and functional for transport. Technicians assess damage, perform welding, painting, and structural repairs, and replace defective parts. This role requires mechanical skills, knowledge of metalwork, and the ability to follow industry standards for container safety.

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Production Line Mechanic Technician

DS Containers

Batavia, IL • On-site

$33 - $37/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/ddc67c1f-7edb-41f5-9245-1a4335655a3f/DS-Containers-Inc

AT DS CONTAINERS, THESE ARE OUR CORE VALUES: Integrity with all our investors, employees, suppliers, and customers. Customer orientation on the part of every employee. Quality designed into our process and practiced in everything we do. The use of technology to enhance productivity and customer satisfaction and control costs. Continuous innovation in our process and products. Teamwork across all functions to achieve a winning attitude and culture

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems with high-speed production line equipment (e.g., mechanical drive systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, conveyors).
  • Working with Electrical staff, troubleshoot and repair electrical problems with packaging/processing equipment such as wiring, circuits, fuses, switches, motors and drives.
  • Complete routine preventative maintenance tasks safely, cost effectively and on time.
  • Support food safety, quality and continuous improvement activities.
  • Request the design/fabrication of replacement parts or equipment as needed.
  • Take lead to consult with internal resources to resolve issues and make improvements to equipment.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area ensuring work space and storage areas are free from debris and clutter.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Two years previous Production Line Mechanic or Technician experience preferred, OR equivalent technical degree or education.
  • Packaging and steel aerosol can or aluminum can making equipment experience is a plus.
  • Understanding of automation principles and controls logic is a plus.
  • Ability to use Maintenance Shop equipment is a plus.
  • Must be able to stand on your feet for the majority of the day and work in hot conditions, as well as crawl under lines and climb ladders.
  • Lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Weekends required.
  • Currently, we have the need for night shift, which for us is 7pm-7am. This position would work three 12 hour shifts each week, and one 6 hour shifts, and would need to be able to work every other weekend.
    The hours are: 7pm-1am or 1am-7am on Monday, OFF Tuesday 12 hours shift Wednesday, and then Thursday and Friday or Saturday Sunday 12hr shift – 7pm – 7am. Weekends required (alternating shift, switches each week.)
    Shifts can also be traded with like trained teammates. We pay OT after 40 hours in a week, and Double Time after 48 hours in a week. We’ve never had a layoff and we are looking to add great teammates to our existing strong team.

COMPANY BENEFITS

This is an hourly paid position with very competitive pay depending on experience, OT after 40, and Double Time after 48 hours in a week.

Work for an industry leader and innovator, expanding and growing company, with a great future.

  • Medical, Dental, Life, Disability Insurances
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k Plan with a company match of 50 cents on the dollar up to 6% of base salary
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • State-of-the-art work environment and production equipment.

Company Description

DS Containers, the leader in aerosol can manufacturing. In our state-of-the-art plant in Batavia, Illinois, we produce a two-piece polymer-coated steel can - the first consumer package of its kind in the United States.

Using proprietary technology developed by our partner, Daiwa Can Company of Japan, our new, modern container is available for a variety of product applications.