Maintenance Technician

Now hiring for a Maintenance Technician – Direct Hire Location: Elkhorn, WI Pay Rate: $28.00 – $35.00 per hour Schedule: 1st Shift (7:00 AM-3:00 PM), 2nd Shift (3:00 PM-11:00 PM), or 3rd Shift (11:00 PM-7:00 AM) Monday-Friday Fix What’s Broken. Keep What Works. Get Paid Like a Pro. Join a high-performing manufacturing plant dedicated to precision and quality in the heart of the production world. This role offers an exciting chance to direct, repair, and optimize production equipment, facility systems (HVAC, hydraulics, electrical), and lead a strong maintenance team. If you’re ready to push boundaries, improve processes, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where your hands-on expertise and leadership matter, this is the opportunity for you. Job Duties Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on CNC mills, lathes, grinders, hobbing equipment, saws, and auxiliary equipment. Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, servo, and CNC control systems. Diagnose electrical problems using schematics, ladder logic, technical manuals, and test equipment. Calibrate and align machine components to precision tolerances. Follow LOTO procedures and plant safety requirements. Document repairs, downtime, maintenance activity, and parts usage. Support machine installations, upgrades, relocations, tooling, and continuous improvement projects. Partner with operators and supervisors to resolve recurring equipment issues. Education Requirements High school diploma or GED required. Technical school, vocational training, or industrial maintenance certification preferred. Experience Requirements 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience involving CNC equipment. Strong electrical troubleshooting experience required. Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting, servo systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics. Experience with Fanuc, Haas, or Siemens CNC controls preferred. Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, ladder logic, and technical drawings. Basic welding, fabrication, and precision measuring skills preferred. CNC programming or M-Code knowledge is a plus. Ability to work independently in a manufacturing environment. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, facilities maintenance, or a related technical environment is preferred. Experience performing preventative maintenance programs and responding to equipment breakdowns is beneficial. Knowledge of PLCs, electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, or fabrication is considered an asset. Individuals who demonstrate strong troubleshooting abilities, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement are well positioned for success as a Maintenance Technician. Physical Capabilities Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work in a variety of industrial environments throughout the shift. Ability to lift equipment, tools, and replacement parts weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to safely work around moving machinery while following established safety procedures. Manual dexterity to operate tools, perform repairs, and inspect equipment. Benefits varies by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance Disability insurance 401(k) Paid time off (PTO) What You Will Do As a Maintenance Technician you will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support safe and efficient operations. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose equipment issues, replace worn components, document completed work, and work closely with production and operations teams to minimize downtime while maintaining quality and safety standards. A Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the equipment and systems that keep business operations running efficiently. This role combines mechanical knowledge, technical problem-solving, and hands-on repair skills to support reliable production and facility performance. Successful Maintenance Technician candidates understand how mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems work together to support daily operations. They use technical knowledge, diagnostic skills, and preventative maintenance practices to identify issues before they become major problems and to restore equipment when repairs are needed. The role requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work safely while responding to changing maintenance priorities. Individuals who enjoy troubleshooting, working with machinery, and solving technical challenges are well suited for this profession. #J-18808-Ljbffr Staffmark