Electrical Maintenance Tech - 3rd Shift + $5k Sign-On

Charter Manufacturing; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 45,460 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Charter Manufacturing is hiring an Electrical Maintenance Mechanic in Milwaukee, WI. This role involves maintaining and troubleshooting production machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The company offers excellent pay starting at $40+, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision. With a focus on safety and career growth, this is an exciting opportunity to join a fourth-generation family-owned business.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience or technical degree needed.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory and controls.
• Ability to troubleshoot electromechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot electromechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to improve reliability.
• Support continuous improvement across operations.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Ability to read electrical schematics

Understanding of electrical theory

Experience with electrical testing equipment

Solid math skills

Education

5+ years of industrial maintenance experience or technical degree

Tools

Welding equipment

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Electrical Maintenance

Position Details

• Location: Charter Wire – 7850 N. 81st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53222
• Shift: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM (Sunday night – Thursday morning)
• Excellent Pay $40+ based on experience + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Check out our job description video to learn more- Maintenance Technician at Charter Wire – 81st Street
  
  

Why Work Here

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off
• Career Growth Opportunities On-the-job training, process improvement involvement, and internal advancement—we promote from within
• Safety-First Culture Work in an environment committed to safety and continuous improvement
• Stability You Can Count On Established Midwest company with four generations of family ownership
  
  

What You’ll Do

As an Electrical Maintenance Mechanic, you will play a critical role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Maintain and troubleshoot electromechanical equipment using hand tools, welding equipment, and measuring devices
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability
• Diagnose and resolve issues using blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to keep production running efficiently
• Follow all safety procedures and properly use required PPE
• Participate in ongoing training and skill development
  
  

What You’ll Need

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience OR technical degree in a related field OR journeyman’s card (Less experience may be considered at a different level)
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and code books
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, controls, and codes
• Experience with line setups, inspections, and electrical testing equipment
• Solid math skills (fractions, percentages, measurements)
  
  

Nice to Have

• Experience with PLCs and drives (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Knowledge of AC/DC motors, HVAC systems, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• Experience with welding/torch equipment and precision measuring tools
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving mindset with a willingness to learn
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking
• Occasional sitting, reaching, and forceful motion
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs regularly
• Minimal climbing and occasional lifting over 100 lbs
• Ability to meet physical demands with or without reasonable accommodation
  
  

Ready to Apply?

Put your mechanical and electrical expertise to work—apply today and grow your career with Charter Wire.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).