Industrial Maintenance Technician

Placon Corp.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Placon Corp. in Madison, WI is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to support 2nd or 3rd shift.

You will perform maintenance on high‑tech manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical systems, and own equipment reliability to keep operations running smoothly. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in industrial maintenance, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to read schematics and work with PLC‑controlled machinery.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on industrial manufacturing and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on production machinery.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and implement effective, timely solutions to minimize downtime.
• Safely operate and maintain diagnostic tools, test equipment, and specialized manufacturing machinery.
• Inspect equipment, complete work orders, and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for process and equipment improvements.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Reading schematics

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

PLC machinery

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician

We’re looking for a dependable Industrial Maintenance Technician willing to work 2nd shift or 3rd shift at our Madison, WI facility with strong industrial maintenance experience who enjoys working with high‑tech manufacturing equipment, solving problems on the fly, and keeping operations running at peak performance. If you’re skilled with mechanical and electrical systems, comfortable in a fast‑paced production environment, and ready to take ownership of equipment reliability, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.

Compensation

Based on experience, the pay range is $30.00 – $35.00 per hour.

Work Schedule

2nd Shift | Monday – Friday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM

3rd Shift | Monday – Friday | 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

• Onsite in Madison, WI

Why Placon – You’ll Love It Here

• A hands‑on technical role where your mechanical and troubleshooting skills truly matter
• Opportunities to work with advanced manufacturing technology and grow your skill set
• A supportive environment with modern equipment and strong team collaboration
• Competitive pay, great benefits, and a stable Monday–Friday schedule
• A culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What You’ll Do

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on industrial manufacturing and production equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on production machinery
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and implement effective, timely solutions to minimize downtime
• Safely operate and maintain diagnostic tools, test equipment, and specialized manufacturing machinery
• Inspect equipment, complete work orders, and maintain accurate maintenance records
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency
• Identify opportunities for process and equipment improvements
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment

What You Bring

• Minimum three (3) years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial manufacturing or production equipment
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, manuals, and technical documentation
• Experience with motors, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, sensors, automated equipment, or PLC‑controlled machinery preferred
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive, hands‑on approach
• Clear communication skills and a team‑oriented mindset
• Ability to prioritize tasks and support production needs on 2nd shift
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Does this sound like you?

Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non‑immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.