Electrical Maintenance Technician - 3rd shift

Position specifics:
Location: Charter Wire – 7850 N. 81st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53222
Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM, Sunday night - Friday morning

Why Work Here:

SCHEDULE: Get a dependable 8-hour first shift, Monday–Friday, with occasional overtime.

BENEFITS: Access great benefits like medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off.

GROWTH: Expand your skills with on-the-job training, process improvement opportunities, and internal advancement—we promote from within.

SAFETY: Work in an environment committed to safety and continuous improvement.

STABILITY: Join an established Midwest company with four generations of family ownership.

What You’ll Do:

As an Electromechanical Technician, you’ll play a critical role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production machinery. You'll work with both mechanical and electrical systems across high-speed stamping presses, cold forming machines, and automated equipment in a dynamic production environment.

• Maintain and troubleshoot electromechanical equipment using hand tools, welding equipment, and measuring devices
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and ensure equipment reliability
• Diagnose and resolve issues using technical documents such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement
• Follow safety protocols and use appropriate PPE
• Support process improvements and participate in ongoing training

What You’ll Need:

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience or technical degree in a related field or journeyman’s card.
• Proficiency in reading complex electrical schematics and code books
• Broad knowledge of electrical codes, electronic controls, and electrical theory
• Experience with line setups, inspections, and electrical testing equipment
• Strong math skills (fractions, percentages)

Nice to Haves:

• Experience with PLCs and drives (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Familiarity with AC/DC motors, HVAC, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• Experience with welding/torch equipment and precision measuring tools
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving mindset and eagerness to keep learning

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing and walking
• Occasional sitting, reaching, forceful motion, and lifting up to 60 lbs
• Minimal climbing and lifting over 100 lbs
• Ability to meet physical demands with or without reasonable accommodation

Ready to put your mechanical and electrical expertise to work? Apply today and grow your career with Charter Wire.