Maintenance Technician 2nd or 3rd Shift

Leoforce; Elkhorn (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Leoforce in Elkhorn, WI is seeking a Maintenance Technician for 2nd or 3rd shift to diagnose, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment and facility systems. You will work with maintenance leadership to minimize downtime, perform preventative maintenance, read electrical schematics, and troubleshoot PLCs, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, strong electrical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently on

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance or machine repair experience.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic.
• Experience diagnosing mechanical equipment failures.
• Comfortable working on off-shift schedules (2nd/3rd).
• Willingness to perform basic welding and fabrication tasks.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair CNC lathes, mills, saws, and other equipment.
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic problems.
• Perform scheduled preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and machine control systems.
• Read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Document completed repairs and maintenance activity.
• Follow lockout/tagout and safety procedures.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Ladder logic

PLC troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding basics

Independent worker

Tools

CNC machinery

Haas/Fanuc controls

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician 2nd or 3rd Shift

Elkhorn, WI, US

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $28 - $35 per hour

Job Details

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment and facility systems. You'll work closely with maintenance leadership and production to minimize downtime, complete preventative maintenance, and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.

This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable getting into the equipment, identifying the root cause of a problem, and completing the repair with limited supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair CNC lathes, mills, saws, hobbing machines, and other manufacturing equipment
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic equipment problems
• Perform scheduled preventative and predictive maintenance
• Troubleshoot PLCs and machine control systems
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, mechanical drawings, prints, and equipment manuals
• Use meters and other electrical testing equipment to diagnose equipment failures
• Perform basic welding, cutting, fabrication, and equipment modifications as needed
• Fabricate or modify tooling, brackets, fixtures, and machine components
• Document completed repairs and equipment maintenance activity
• Assist with facility maintenance, including HVAC and related building systems
• Identify opportunities to improve machine reliability and maintenance practices
• Maintain appropriate spare parts, tooling, and maintenance supplies
• Follow proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) and plant safety procedures
• Work independently and prioritize repairs based on production needs

What we're looking for

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance, equipment troubleshooting, or machine repair experience
• Strong electrical troubleshooting ability
• Experience diagnosing mechanical equipment failures
• Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting
• Experience working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Basic welding and fabrication skills
• Comfortable working independently on an off shift
• Basic computer skills for documenting maintenance activities

Experience that would be a plus

• Maintenance experience with CNC machinery
• Experience with Haas or Fanuc-controlled equipment
• CNC machine operation or programming knowledge
• Technical education in electrical, electronics, industrial maintenance, or a related field
• Formal welding or fabrication training
• Electrical certification or licensing
• Experience maintaining printing presses, paper-processing machinery, CNC equipment, or similar industrial machinery
• Forklift certification

Physical & Work Environment

This is a hands‑on industrial maintenance position that requires regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and working around operating manufacturing equipment. Candidates must be comfortable occasionally lifting up to 70 lbs.

The production facility is not climate controlled, and appropriate PPE must be worn when required.

Requirements

Candidates must successfully complete the company's required drug screening and background check prior to starting employment.

Schedule

2nd Shift: 3:00 PM–11:00 PM

3rd Shift: 11:00 PM–7:00 AM

About us

We are an established manufacturing operation looking for an experienced Maintenance Technician to support production equipment and facility systems on an off shift. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys troubleshooting difficult equipment issues, working independently, and keeping machinery running efficiently.

The facility utilizes CNC and other industrial production equipment, making this a strong opportunity for a technician with a combination of electrical, mechanical, PLC, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting experience.

Why join us

• Schedule: 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM–11:00 PM | 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM–7:00 AM
• 13 vacation days starting out
• 10 paid holidays
• Hands‑on position with a variety of manufacturing equipment
• Opportunity to troubleshoot CNC machinery, electrical systems, PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Independence and ownership over maintenance activities
• Stable manufacturing environment with opportunities to improve equipment reliability and processes

Please note: The manufacturing floor is not climate controlled.

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