First-Shift Electro-Mechanical Technician (PLC & Automation)

Randstad USA; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 79,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

Randstad is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician in Wisconsin to maintain, diagnose, and repair automated manufacturing equipment, maximize reliability, and minimize downtime. The role emphasizes PLC troubleshooting and strong teamwork in a safety-driven environment.

Expect to work 12-hour shifts with rotation between 6:00 AM–6:00 PM or 6:00 PM–6:00 AM. Education required is a High School diploma, with preferred PLC/CNC expertise and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of electro-mechanical maintenance experience.
• Strong PLC troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical, PLC, HMI, and control system faults on automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot industrial machinery using electrical schematics, ladder logic, and diagnostic software.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems to improve equipment reliability.
• Support production by responding to equipment failures and restoring operations in a timely manner.
• Program modifications, troubleshooting, and diagnostics of PLC-controlled equipment, with emphasis on Siemens platforms (TIA Portal experience preferred).
• Inspect, test, and replace motors, drives, sensors, relays, contactors, VFDs, and other control components.
• Read and interpret electrical prints, wiring diagrams, pneumatic and hydraulic schematics.
• Install, wire, and commission new equipment, machine upgrades, and production line improvements.
• Assist with root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce recurring equipment failures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair documentation, and parts usage within a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Coordinate with operations, engineering, and contractors during equipment installations and improvement projects.

Skills

Electronic Maintenance

Mechanical Maintenance

Maintenance

Blueprints

Electrical

Engineering

Inspection

Inspecting

Education

High School

Job description

Randstad is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician in Wisconsin to maintain, diagnose, and repair automated manufacturing equipment, maximize reliability, and minimize downtime. The role emphasizes PLC troubleshooting and strong teamwork in a safety-driven environment.

Expect to work 12-hour shifts with rotation between 6:00 AM–6:00 PM or 6:00 PM–6:00 AM. Education required is a High School diploma, with preferred PLC/CNC expertise and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.