Lead Industrial Maintenance Technician: Reliability & Uptime

Warker LLC; Fort Atkinson (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Warker LLC in Fort Atkinson, WI is seeking a Lead technician to oversee troubleshooting, repair, rebuild, and installation of manufacturing equipment to ensure reliable operation. The role combines hands-on diagnostics with leadership of the maintenance team to drive equipment uptime.

You will collaborate with engineering and operations to reduce repeat failures, update procedures, and coordinate vendor support while mentoring technicians and supporting safety initiatives across the plant.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing complex equipment failures.
• Experience leading repair and installation efforts.
• Ability to train technicians and coordinate vendors.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues, including recurring failures.
• Perform repairs, rebuilds, and installations with a focus on reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to improve equipment uptime and reduce repeat breakdowns.
• Maintain and update maintenance procedures and technical documentation.
• Oversee and coordinate vendor activities related to equipment service and parts support.
• Train and mentor technicians to strengthen troubleshooting and repair capabilities.
• Support plant safety and operational performance during all maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Repair & installation

Failure analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership & training

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Job description

Warker LLC in Fort Atkinson, WI is seeking a Lead technician to oversee troubleshooting, repair, rebuild, and installation of manufacturing equipment to ensure reliable operation. The role combines hands-on diagnostics with leadership of the maintenance team to drive equipment uptime.

You will collaborate with engineering and operations to reduce repeat failures, update procedures, and coordinate vendor support while mentoring technicians and supporting safety initiatives across the plant.