Manufacturing Assembly Technician - Residential 1st Shift

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Residential Technician

Build quality. Shorten lead times. Make an impact.

If you enjoy working with your hands, take pride in precision, and want to be part of a team that builds products improving how people live and breathe, RenewAire is the place for you. As a Residential Technician , you'll help assemble residential ERV units that directly improve indoor air quality while supporting faster lead times and exceptional customer outcomes.

Optional Schedule

• Four 10 hour days (Friday afternoons off!)
• Five 8 hour days Monday - Friday

Starting at 19.95 an hour!

Why RenewAire?

For more than 40 years , RenewAire has led the way in energy recovery ventilation, delivering healthier indoor environments while reducing energy costs. We're a people-first organization that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. Located in Madison, WI , we proudly hold Green Globes, LEED Gold, and ENERGY STAR certifications , reflecting our commitment to sustainability, quality, and employee success.

What You'll Do Day-to-Day

As a Residential Technician, you'll assemble ERV units and accessories with accuracy and efficiency while contributing to a safe, positive, and team-oriented production environment.

• Assemble residential ERV units accurately and within established lead times
• Inspect work to ensure quality standards and procedures are met
• Use hand and light power tools safely and effectively
• Apply job knowledge throughout the entire build process
• Communicate clearly and professionally with teammates
• Take initiative to solve problems and suggest process improvements
• Follow all safety policies and maintain a clean, organized workspace
• Be reliable, punctual, and fully engaged during scheduled work hours

Who You Are

• Hands-on and detail-oriented with pride in quality workmanship
• A positive, dependable team player
• Comfortable following written and verbal instructions
• Communicates clearly in both verbal and written formats
• Builds strong working relationships and contributes to team success
• Motivated to learn, improve, and grow your skills

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to perform basic math and read measurements (inches and feet)
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check
• Reliable transportation to ensure consistent attendance and punctuality

Keywords

Residential Technician, Manufacturing Technician, Assembly Technician, Production Technician, HVAC Manufacturing, ERV Systems, Indoor Air Quality, Residential HVAC, Mechanical Assembly, Manufacturing Jobs Madison WI, Power Tools, Quality Assembly, Lean Manufacturing, Skilled Trades

RenewAire LLC is an equal opportunity employer.


Requirements

Physical and Mental Demands


While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Fine motor skills are required for a variety of functions, especially for wiring components and performing detailed assembly tasks. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. For items over 50 lbs., an assisted device or help from a coworker is used. A variety of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required depending on the role and specific tasks, and is subject to change based on safety needs. RenewAire prioritizes physical safety for all employees and maintains a safety-first work environment. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.


Must be able to understand issues, problems, and opportunities and make timely, sound decisions. Take responsibility for decisions and understand the impact and implications of decisions and provide feedback as necessary. Communicate with other employees and customers, perform an assortment of administrative tasks, and have personal management skills. Possess advanced customer service skills, the ability to develop professional relationships with customers and employees. Demonstrate attention to detail and exert high effort and focus on very busy days. Must be able to make sound decisions and remain calm under high pressure situations. Must continually identify personal knowledge and perspective gaps and self-educate. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Work Environment


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving subassembly parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. Work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment designed for employee comfort and safety. The facility is equipped with noise control measures, resulting in minimal distractions and a steady work atmosphere.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.