Industrial Maintenance Technician

Accelera; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment and facility utilities in a hands-on role. You will support PLC-controlled equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and electrical controls, with opportunities to install and upgrade equipment and mentor junior staff.

The role requires an Associate degree in a related field and 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience, plus the ability to read schematics and work 2nd or

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology or related field.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled machinery and electrical circuits.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Experience repairing motors, controls, panels, breakers, wiring, and other industrial electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and electronic control systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and complete repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs.
• Install and repair motors, transformers, panels, breakers, conduit, wiring, and electrical controls.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and equipment diagrams.
• Test electrical and electronic circuits using diagnostic equipment.
• Perform basic mechanical repairs on production and facility equipment.
• Document repairs, parts usage, and maintenance activity in a CMMS.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and maintenance projects.
• Provide technical guidance to less-experienced maintenance employees when needed.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical schematics

Hydraulic systems

Electrical controls

Mechanical troubleshooting

CMMS usage

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Technology or related field

Tools

CMMS

Job description

A stable manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment, automated machinery, electrical systems, and facility utilities.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, along with experience supporting PLC-controlled equipment, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and electronic control systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and complete repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance and emergency breakdown repairs.
• Install and repair motors, transformers, panels, breakers, conduit, wiring, and electrical controls.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and equipment diagrams.
• Test electrical and electronic circuits using appropriate diagnostic equipment.
• Perform basic mechanical repairs on production and facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical power and facility utility systems.
• Document repairs, parts usage, and maintenance activity in a CMMS.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and maintenance projects.
• Provide technical guidance to less-experienced maintenance employees when needed.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Electronics, Electromechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Two + years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled machinery and electrical circuits.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Experience repairing motors, controls, panels, breakers, wiring, and other industrial electrical components.
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Basic computer skills and experience using a CMMS.
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift.

Preferred Skills

• Industrial electrical controls
• Electrical and electronic circuit troubleshooting
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Motors and transformers
• Preventive maintenance
• Root cause analysis
• CMMS documentation

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Schematics
• Hydraulic Systems & Components
• Electrical Control Circuit Troubleshooting