Senior Maintenance Technician

CNH; Town of Wautoma (WI); On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Savings & Retirement benefits

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Fertility & Family building support

Employee Assistance Programs

Charitable contribution matching and V

Job summary

CNH in Wautoma, WI is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician to keep manufacturing equipment running efficiently through preventive maintenance, rapid troubleshooting, and mechanical/electrical repairs. The role requires hands-on problem-solving with automated production systems and a drive for continuous improvement.

You will work to minimize downtime, calibrate and align machines, perform basic fabrication, and document work in the maintenance system.

Qualifications

• Requires PLC/Automation credentials (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Fanuc)
• Minimum 3–5+ years of industrial/manufacturing machinery maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical, electrical troubleshooting and fluid power (hydraulics/pneumatics) background
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, and technical manuals
• Demonstrated safety-first mindset and diagnostic problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production machinery to minimize downtime
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using diagnostic tools
• Calibrate, align, and test equipment according to specifications
• Do basic welding, metal fabrication, and mechanical repairs for tooling and machinery
• Partner with operations and engineering using Lean/WCM principles to improve equipment reliability and safety
• Document preventive maintenance tasks, repairs, and work orders in maintenance system

Skills

PLC/Automation Credentials

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Category: Manufacturing

Job Type: Full Time

Working Mode: Fully On-Site

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a skilled Senior Maintenance Technician to join our production team in Wautoma, WI. In this role, you will play a critical part in keeping our manufacturing equipment running efficiently through proactive preventive maintenance, rapid troubleshooting of breakdowns, and mechanical/electrical repairs. If you enjoy hands‑on problem‑solving, working with automated production systems, and driving continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, equipment overhauls, and emergency repairs on production machinery to minimize downtime.
• Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Utilize multimeters and diagnostic tools to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• System Adjustments & Alignment: Calibrate, align, and test production equipment and components according to operational specifications.
• Fabrication & Repairs: Perform basic welding, metal fabrication, and mechanical repairs to support plant tooling and machine performance.
• Continuous Improvement: Partner with operations and engineering teams using Lean/World Class Manufacturing (WCM) principles to optimize equipment reliability and safety.
• Documentation: Accurate tracking of preventive maintenance tasks, repair history, and work orders within our maintenance system.

Experience Required

• PLC / Automation Credentials (Allen-Bradley / Siemens / Fanuc): Vendor-specific certifications covering programmable logic controllers, industrial robotics, and drives OR CMRT (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician) OR CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional)
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3–5+ years of experience in industrial or manufacturing machinery maintenance.
• Strong background in mechanical repair, electrical troubleshooting, and fluid power (hydraulics/pneumatics).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Demonstrated safety-first mindset and strong diagnostic problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field.
• Prior experience with basic PLC logic troubleshooting and sensor diagnostics.
• Welding and metal fabrication experience in a production environment.

Pay Transparency

This role pays at $40.00-$50.00 an hour.

Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

• Savings & Retirement benefits
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility & Family building support
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off

US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.

Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

Join us at the forefront of precision technology, driverless solutions, electrification, and alternative fuels. Be part of a team that makes a difference with their innovative thinking and inspired creativity.

CNH Industrial (NYSE: CNH) is a world-class equipment, technology and services company. The Company operates commercially through its brand portfolio which includes Case IH, New Holland, CASE and New Holland Construction Equipment.

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