First Shift PLC & Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

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

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician with a strong background in industrial automation and PLC troubleshooting for our Wisconsin facility. You will diagnose, repair, and prevent downtime on automated manufacturing equipment to maximize reliability and support continuous production operations.

The ideal candidate will handle electrical/control systems, have Siemens/TIA Portal experience preferred, and be comfortable with 12-hour shifts (6:00 AM–6:00 PM or 6:00

Qualifications

• 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 CMMS.
• Coordinate with operations, engineering, and contractors during equipment installations and improvement projects.

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 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 USA is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician with a strong background in industrial automation and PLC troubleshooting for our Wisconsin facility. You will diagnose, repair, and prevent downtime on automated manufacturing equipment to maximize reliability and support continuous production operations.

The ideal candidate will handle electrical/control systems, have Siemens/TIA Portal experience preferred, and be comfortable with 12-hour shifts (6:00 AM–6:00 PM or 6:00