Electro-Mechanical Technician: Automation & Maintenance

Witron; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

WITRON is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Technician to support a highly automated distribution center environment in Pleasant Prairie, WI. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, and PLC-based system support to keep material handling and automation equipment running smoothly.

The ideal candidate will have 1–2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, work with 480V systems, conveyors, motors, and sensors, and read electrical schematics.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or Electro-Mechanical Technician.
• Experience with 480V electrical systems and conveyors.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution center environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills (CMMS, Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on automated systems.
• Work on conveyors, motors, sensors, PLCs, and control systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems (3-phase, 480V), VFDs, and mechanical equipment.
• Support operations by minimizing downtime in a fast-paced distribution center.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Assist with equipment installation, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Use CMMS systems to track maintenance activities.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Read schematics/diagrams

CMMS usage

Tools

CMMS

Job description

WITRON is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Technician to support a highly automated distribution center environment in Pleasant Prairie, WI. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, and PLC-based system support to keep material handling and automation equipment running smoothly.

The ideal candidate will have 1–2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, work with 480V systems, conveyors, motors, and sensors, and read electrical schematics.