Industrial Maintenance Technician - PLC & Hydraulics Expert

Whirlpool, Inc.; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician in Racine, WI. You will set up, troubleshoot, and repair industrial equipment to minimize downtime and support production with proactive maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates need 5+ years in manufacturing with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic experience; proficiency with AB PLC logic, servo-driven gear, and CMMS tools is essential. A technical aptitude test may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years in manufacturing with emphasis on electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Must pass a technical aptitude test for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Safety & compliance: maintain safety standards and NFPA 70E.
• Operational excellence: support changeovers and precise setups.
• Problem solving: diagnose mechanical/electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic failures.
• Maintenance: perform CMMS-driven preventive maintenance and tasks.
• Communication: participate in shift handoffs and cross-department collaboration.
• Documentation: record breakdowns and maintenance activities per procedures.
• Quality control: perform checks and follow escalation protocols.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulics & pneumatics

AB PLC logic

Servo-driven equipment

Electrical meters

Reading schematics

CMMS processes

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Multimeter

Hydraulic test equipment

Electrical test meters

Drill press

Welding equipment

Calipers & measuring tools

Job description

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician in Racine, WI. You will set up, troubleshoot, and repair industrial equipment to minimize downtime and support production with proactive maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates need 5+ years in manufacturing with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic experience; proficiency with AB PLC logic, servo-driven gear, and CMMS tools is essential. A technical aptitude test may be required.