Electromechanical Technician

Charter Wire; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Charter Wire is seeking a maintenance technician to support robust electromechanical systems at our Milwaukee facility. You will maintain and troubleshoot equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and use blueprints and schematics to diagnose issues.

Join a team focused on safety, process improvements, and continuous training. The role requires strong reading of diagrams, basic math, and good communication. On-site, day shifts with rotating weekends may be involved.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic mechanical maintenance aptitude and math skills.
• Ability to read and follow operating and maintenance instructions.
• Good written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot electromechanical equipment using hand tools, welding equipment, and measuring devices.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
• Diagnose and resolve issues using blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement.
• Follow safety protocols and PPE.
• Support process improvements and participate in ongoing training.

Skills

Electromechanical equipment

Preventive maintenance

Reading blueprints/schematics

Safety protocols

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens)

AC/DC motors

Welding equipment

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!

Job Description

Location: Charter Wire – 3700 W Milwaukee Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53208

Shift: 6am - 6pm on a rotating 3-2-2-3 schedule (3 days working - 2 days off - 2 days working – 3 days off, giving you a 3-day weekend off every other weekend)

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and troubleshoot electromechanical equipment using hand tools, welding equipment, and measuring devices
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and ensure equipment reliability
• Diagnose and resolve issues using technical documents such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement
• Follow safety protocols and use appropriate PPE
• Support process improvements and participate in ongoing training

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent. (GED Works program eligible)
• Basic mechanical and maintenance aptitude.
• Ability to use basic math skills.
• Ability to read and understand and follow operating and maintenance instructions.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work well with other employees.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PLCs and drives (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Familiarity with AC/DC motors, HVAC, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• Experience with welding/torch equipment and precision measuring tools
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving mindset and eagerness to keep learning

Benefits

Access great benefits like medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

Growth

Expand your skills with on-the-job training, process improvement opportunities, and internal advancement—we promote from within.

Safety

Work in an environment committed to safety and continuous improvement.

Stability

Join an established Midwest company with four generations of family ownership.

Physical Requirements

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

Ready to 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).