Industrial Maintenance Technician-2nd Shift

Water Otter Job Board; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Water Otter Job Board seeks an Industrial Maintenance Technician to support production equipment at a southeastern Wisconsin facility. This hands-on role maintains, repairs, and installs equipment while partnering with engineering and production teams to maximize reliability and minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has mechanical troubleshooting skills, PLC familiarity, and a safety-focused mindset in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of industrial manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Experience maintaining PLC‑controlled equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical issues.
• Troubleshoot CNC machinery, conveyors, presses, pumps, and gearboxes.
• Perform preventative, predictive, and emergency maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
• Perform equipment installation, alignment, and commissioning of new machinery.
• Troubleshoot and support PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain and support FANUC robotic systems and safety circuits.
• Assist with safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety focus

PLC knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

FANUC robotics

Job description

About the Opportunity

An established manufacturer is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to support production equipment and facility operations at its southeastern Wisconsin manufacturing facility. This hands‑on position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing industrial manufacturing equipment while partnering with engineering and production teams to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

This role also plays a key part in equipment upgrades, new equipment installations, production line expansions, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is mechanically skilled, safety‑focused, and thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical equipment issues.
• Troubleshoot CNC machinery, conveyors, presses, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, and other production equipment.
• Perform preventative, predictive, and emergency maintenance to ensure maximum equipment uptime.
• Rebuild machinery and mechanical assemblies to manufacturer specifications.
• Perform equipment installation, alignment, leveling, and commissioning of new machinery.
• Troubleshoot and support PLC‑controlled manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain and support FANUC robotic systems, including safety circuits and end‑of‑arm tooling.
• Perform precision mechanical work including shaft alignment, balancing, vibration analysis, and bearing replacement.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments along with standard hand and power tools.
• Perform welding, fabrication, cutting, and basic machining as needed.
• Replace bearings, seals, belts, chains, couplings, and other wear components.
• Troubleshoot servo motors, VFDs, encoders, and motor‑driven mechanical systems.
• Support equipment relocations, production line modifications, and process improvement initiatives.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, upgrades, and equipment modifications using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Assist with spare parts inventory management and coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend reliability improvements.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performance.
• Assist with training and mentoring maintenance personnel.
• Safely operate industrial forklifts after certification.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to support manufacturing objectives.
• Follow all plant safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and other applicable safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of industrial manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting experience with manufacturing equipment.
• Experience maintaining PLC‑controlled equipment.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical power transmission systems.
• Experience working around electrical systems up to 480V.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and equipment documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, maintenance, and production personnel.
• Commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Ability to successfully complete pre‑employment screening requirements, including background check and applicable medical evaluations for required personal protective equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting automated production equipment.
• Experience with robotic welding systems or robotic manufacturing cells.
• Experience supporting automated coating, finishing, or surface treatment equipment.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Technical degree, electrical coursework, apprenticeship, or equivalent industrial maintenance training.

What You'll Bring

• Excellent mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to equipment reliability.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

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Pay: $31.01 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person