Utility Technician - Working 9-hour day shifts Monday to Friday

Cardinal Corp; Portage (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing up to $1,809/mo

New hire bonus $1,900 gross

Health/Dental/Vision/Life & Disability

401(k) retirement plan

On-site cafeteria + free beverages

Job summary

Cardinal FG, a float glass manufacturer in Portage, WI, is seeking a Utility Technician who operates a robotic offline cutting system and moves racks using powered industrial vehicles. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability, with daytime hours 7am–4pm, Monday to Friday, and occasional weekends as needed.

In addition to competitive pay, the position includes a 401(k), health and wellness benefits, and a new hire bonus.

Qualifications

• Reading a tape measure and basic math skills are required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Desire to work in a team environment and be 18 years or older.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and pass a pre-employment test.

Responsibilities

• Operate a robotic offline cutting system.
• Move and set up racks using powered industrial vehicles.
• Work Monday–Friday 7am–4pm with occasional weekends as needed.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Basic math

English communication

Teamwork

Age 18+

Lift 50 pounds

Tools

Tape measure

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on October 7, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Portage FG Portage, WI 53901, USA

• Rate : $21.75 USD per hour
• Production/Warehouse
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: UTILI004026

Description

Cardinal FG, a float glass manufacturer for residential windows in Portage, is looking for a Utility Technician who works safely, has a strong work ethic, is dependable, has a positive attitude, and works effectively in a team environment. A Utility Technician typically operates a robotic offline cutting system, drives powered industrial vehicles to move racks and sets-up racks for packaging glass to our customers.

A Utility Technician is mainly scheduled to work Monday to Friday from 7am to 4pm, occasional weekends depending on production needs.

What Cardinal-Portage has to offer:

• Competitive Starting Base Wage with increases at 6-month intervals
  • Day Shift Base Wage - $21.75/hour
• Monthly Profit-Sharing plan -earn up to $1,809/month through 401(k) savings and/or check.
• New Hire Bonus-$1,900 gross total payout within 1st year of employment
• Perfect Attendance and Safety rewards – Check and/or paid time off starting at 6 months
• Excellent Health and Wellness Benefitsincluding:
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • On-site Wellness Services free to all employees
    • Financial Wellness Program
    • Worksite Physical Therapist
    • Fitness Trainer
    • 24/7 Fitness center

• Participation in a Proactive Safety Culture
• Paid Breaks - Two half-hour breaks
• Paid Holidays PLUS premium pay when working the holiday
• Paid Time Off - Float time and vacation earned within 90 days of employment
• Advancement Opportunities from within
• On-Site Cafeteria– Full-service kitchen plus FREE hot beverages

Requirements:

• Tape measure reading and basic math skills needed
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Desire to work in a team environment
• Must be 18 years of age to apply
• Able to safely lift at least 50 pounds
• Pass a pre-employment physical ability test and drug screen

Check out our website at www.cardinalportage.com or call 608-742-1966 to speak with Human Resources. Cardinal is an equal employment opportunity employer and a substance- and tobacco-free workplace.

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