Industrial Maintenance Technician – Electrical / PLC Controls

apartmentBlackStar placeRipon business_center$80,000 - $90,000/year calendar_month 

Electro Mechanical Technician (3rd Shift) - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Location: Ripon, WI (On-site)

Shift: 3rd Shift | Monday – Thursday | 8:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Enjoy a 3-day weekend!)

Compensation: Base + $3.25/hour Shift Differential

Why Join Our Team?

We offer a stable, high-integrity manufacturing environment where your technical expertise is valued. Beyond a competitive wage and a $5,000 sign-on bonus, we provide a 4-day work week that supports a strong work-life balance.

Benefits Include:

  • Immediate Rewards: Paid vacation in your first year and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
  • Financial Security: 401 (k) Plan, Life/AD&D Insurance, and annual wage increases.
  • Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical (with HRA), Dental, and Vision plans.
  • Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement and a culture of stability and safety recognition.

The Role

As an Electro-Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, and repair of complex industrial machinery. You will work across electrical, electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to ensure our manufacturing operation remains successful and efficient.

Key Responsibilities
  • Electrical & Automation: Design minor electrical circuits; troubleshoot PLCs, electronic circuits, and control systems for high-speed machinery.
  • Systems Installation: Install electrical controls, motors, and transformers by interpreting blueprints and technical schematics.
  • Fluid Power & Mechanics: Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic circuits; perform essential mechanical repairs on industrial equipment.
  • Maintenance Operations: Utilize CMMS software to track parts and manage work orders; monitor equipment performance to identify hazards or necessary adjustments.
  • Infrastructure: Maintain electrical power and water distribution systems, including panels, breakers, and conduit.
Required Qualifications
  • Education: Associate Degree (2-year) in Electro-Mechanical Technology or a related field.
  • Experience: 2–4 years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience (specifically troubleshooting PLCs and electrical circuits).
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading/interpreting electrical schematics and blueprints.
  • Computer Literacy: Ability to use a computer for part searches and data entry within a CMMS.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods, stoop, bend, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs. (Pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check required).

Preferred Backgrounds

We welcome candidates with experience in industrial maintenance from sectors such as OEM machinery, food & beverage, packaging, automotive, or heavy equipment manufacturing.

We are an equal opportunity employer and operate with the highest level of integrity.

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