2nd Shift Maintenance Technician, $26/hr, Ladysmith, WI

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for diagnosing and repairing all electrical and mechanical problems in the assigned area and across the plant as needed. This role requires flexibility to work in other areas based on business necessity and involves troubleshooting complex systems to ensure operational efficiency.

Pay: $23.50/hr PLUS $2.50/hr 2nd shift differential

Automatic pay increases at 90 days and 6 months!

Sign-on bonus of $1,500 paid out in two installments at 30 days and 90 days

2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:30pm - 2:00am

• Strong computer, mechanical and math aptitude.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Problem-solving, adaptability, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate respectfully in a team setting.
• Lift up to 100 lbs. at waist level and up to 70 lbs. at shoulder level occasionally.
• Push or pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Generate up to 100 lbs. of grip strength and 20 lbs. of pinch strength occasionally.
• Perform repetitive tasks for up to 12 hours per day.
• Stand continuously and walk frequently during shifts.
• Stoop, kneel, squat, and reach forward or sideways as needed.
• Perform occasional elevated work when handling products.
• Display average coordination with both hands continuously.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Training experience preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings.
• Training timeline for this position is up to 12 weeks or more.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical problems plant-wide.
• Repair and maintain sawdust collection, compressed air, steam boiler, and electrical distribution systems.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems for maintenance tracking.
• Perform scheduled job orders, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs.
• Maintain a valid powered industrial vehicle (PIV) license if applicable.
• Support and participate in process improvement workshops.
• Demonstrate flexibility in work hours, including overtime as needed.
• Comply with all safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures.
• Rotate to other positions as needed and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical problems plant-wide.
• Repair and maintain sawdust collection, compressed air, steam boiler, and electrical distribution systems.
• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems for maintenance tracking.
• Perform scheduled job orders, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs.
• Maintain a valid powered industrial vehicle (PIV) license if applicable.
• Support and participate in process improvement workshops.
• Demonstrate flexibility in work hours, including overtime as needed.
• Comply with all safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures.
• Rotate to other positions as needed and perform additional duties as assigned.