Hands-On Maintenance Technician: PLCs & Automation

R & L Spring Company; Lake Geneva (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Air conditioned facility

Growth opportunities

Team-focused environment

Job summary

R&L Spring Company in Lake Geneva, WI is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment and facility systems while keeping operations safe and efficient.

This full-time role requires 2+ years in manufacturing maintenance, experience with PLCs, pneumatics, hydraulics, and reading schematics. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, install equipment, and support building systems in a clean, team-focused facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (3-5 years preferred).
• PLC-controlled equipment.
• Pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Electric motors and motor controls.
• Mechanical equipment and power transmission systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and pneumatic drawings.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to safely work on equipment up to 480V.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills preferred.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
• Basic computer skills and experience maintaining maintenance records.
• PLC, motor, and controls experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Diagnose issues with motors, controls, sensors, drives, and automation systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Install, maintain, and improve manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Support facility and building maintenance activities, including utility systems, equipment support, preventive maintenance, and general infrastructure upkeep
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize downtime.
• Maintain maintenance records and work orders.
• Assist with equipment installations, moves, and basic welding/fabrication projects.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

PLC controls

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLC

Welding equipment

Diagnostic tools

Measuring instruments

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

R&L Spring Company in Lake Geneva, WI is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment and facility systems while keeping operations safe and efficient.

This full-time role requires 2+ years in manufacturing maintenance, experience with PLCs, pneumatics, hydraulics, and reading schematics. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, install equipment, and support building systems in a clean, team-focused facility.