Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)
Location: New Berlin, WI
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 1st Shift (5:00 AM or 6:00 AM Start)
Pay: Up to $30.00/hour depending on experience
Join a Stable, Growing Manufacturer
A well-established manufacturing company in the New Berlin area is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join its team on 1st shift. This is an outstanding opportunity to work directly alongside an experienced maintenance professional who will be retiring at the end of the year. The successful candidate will receive hands-on training while learning the facility, equipment, and preventative maintenance systems before transitioning into the role independently.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, solving mechanical and electrical problems, and working in a manufacturing environment where no two days are exactly the same.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, HVAC, plumbing, and control system issues
- Diagnose machine failures and complete repairs to minimize downtime
- Maintain and repair manufacturing equipment and support machinery
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings
- Assist with facility maintenance, including building systems and utilities
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and safety-related maintenance issues
- Participate in facility safety initiatives and support safe work practices
- Assist with hazardous material handling and disposal procedures
- Research replacement parts and coordinate ordering when needed
- Develop and improve preventative maintenance schedules and procedures
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
- Operate forklifts and other maintenance equipment safely
- Participate in an on-call rotation for occasional building emergencies
- Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Experience working with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems
- Ability to diagnose and repair industrial equipment
- Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics
- Working knowledge of PLC troubleshooting is a plus
- HVAC and plumbing maintenance experience is beneficial
- Forklift certification or ability to become certified
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
What We Offer
- Competitive pay up to $30/hour based on experience. Maybe a bit more for the right person
- Stable Monday-Friday 1st shift schedule
- Direct training from an experienced maintenance professional before retirement
- Long-term career opportunity with a respected manufacturer
- Clean, professional manufacturing environment
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Opportunities for continued growth and skill development
If you're an experienced maintenance technician looking for a long-term opportunity with a company that values quality, teamwork, and investing in its employees, we'd like to hear from you.