Maintenance Technician II - 1st Shift

generac; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to perform emergency, routine, and preventive maintenance on production and building equipment. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and PLC systems and perform preventive maintenance on line equipment.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, ordering parts, maintaining 5S, and communicating with vendors and across teams. High school diploma or GED required; 2+ years of relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: experience reading and working from blueprints or drawings.
• Knowledge of OSHA, Arc Flash, LOTO and NEC preferred.
• Ability to operate safely and communicate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Support and service production lines within the facility.
• Mechanical, electrical and PLC troubleshooting and repair.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production line equipment.
• Seasonal facility maintenance and small engine repair.
• Read blueprints and building schematics for maintenance tasks.
• Order parts, maintain 5S and document PMs/work orders.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Reading blueprints

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

PC skills (Outlook/Excel/Word)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

Following established process and procedures, the Maintenance Technician ll performs emergency, routine and preventive maintenance on all production and building equipment while maintaining safety and communicating effectively. This position is responsible for daily problem solving and repair of robotic, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical or small outdoor power equipment associated with manufacturing and facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Support and service of production lines within the facility
• Mechanical, electrical and PLC troubleshooting and repair
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance of production line equipment
• Seasonal external facility maintenance
• Small engine repair
• Reading and interpreting blue prints, drawings and building schematics
• Miscellaneous facility maintenance as needed
• Replacement of broken or outdated building mechanicals, lighting or bathroom fixtures
• Email and phone conversations with vendors
• Ordering parts and materials
• Maintenance of 5S program
• Maintaining compliance with training programs
• Maintenance and system entry of PM's and work orders

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience maintaining industrial equipment, automation or product repair

Preferred Job Requirements

• Experience reading and working from blueprints and interpreting advances drawings and schematics
• Demonstrated knowledge in OSHA, Arc Flash, LOTO and NEC

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate across departments
• Ability to identify problems and implement solutions
• Ability to work from drawings, sketches and blueprints
• Initiative to learn how to assist, diagnose and repair equipment
• Ability to acquire and maintain certifications for operation of service equipment
• Knowledge of basic PC functions including using Outlook, Excel and Word

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."