Entry-Level Industrial Maintenance Assistant

Palmer Hamilton Llc; Elkhorn (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmer Hamilton, LLC is seeking a dependable Maintenance Assistant in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. This entry‑level role supports the Maintenance team with preventative maintenance, basic repairs, and general upkeep to promote a safe, efficient work environment.

Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, willingness to learn, and a safety‑focused mindset, working alongside experienced technicians in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in industrial maintenance.
• General knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and basic maintenance practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and learn from experienced Technicians.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Maintenance Technicians with preventive, routine, and corrective maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Perform basic maintenance on vehicles and mobile equipment (forklifts, man lifts, carts, trucks).
• Support maintenance of CNC machines, power tools, presses, cranes, and compressed air systems.
• Handle routine facility maintenance: lights, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and housekeeping.
• Assist with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs and troubleshooting.
• Complete routine maintenance tasks, inspections, lubrication, cleaning, and checks.
• Assist with equipment installations, relocations, and project work.
• Organize and maintain maintenance parts, tools, and supplies.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Tool usage

Willingness to learn

Valid driver’s license

Certification readiness (forklift/man)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Industrial maintenance coursework

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Maintenance concepts

Job description

Palmer Hamilton, LLC is seeking a dependable Maintenance Assistant in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. This entry‑level role supports the Maintenance team with preventative maintenance, basic repairs, and general upkeep to promote a safe, efficient work environment.

Ideal candidates have mechanical aptitude, willingness to learn, and a safety‑focused mindset, working alongside experienced technicians in a manufacturing setting.