Industrial Maintenance - 1st and 3rd

Now Hiring : Industrial Maintenance Technicians – 1st & 3rd Shift in Fitchburg, WI!

Are you a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician with strong mechanical and electrical skills? Do you enjoy troubleshooting, problem-solving, and keeping production equipment running smoothly? If so, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

You must have Manufacturing experience to be considered.

Location : Fitchburg, WI

Pay : $27.60 – $28.60 per hour

Shifts Available :

1st Shift : Monday–Friday, 7 : 00 a.m. – 3 : 00 p.m.

3rd Shift : Sunday–Thursday, 10 : 00 p.m. – 7 : 00 a.m.

This is a direct-hire opportunity with competitive benefits, including health insurance, 401k, PTO, and opportunities for professional growth.

Why Join Us?

We’ve partnered with a respected, family-owned company in Fitchburg that values teamwork, innovation, and sustainability. This company plays a vital role in recycling and transforming natural resources into new plastic packaging—making a meaningful impact on the environment. Employees enjoy a collaborative culture, career advancement opportunities, and profit-sharing incentives.

What You’ll Do

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring production equipment runs safely and efficiently by performing preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance. Your ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex machinery will help minimize downtime and keep operations moving.

Key Responsibilities :

Perform electrical, electronic, and mechanical maintenance on production equipment

Troubleshoot and repair machinery issues promptly to reduce downtime

Execute preventive maintenance tasks and maintain proper documentation

Read and interpret electrical schematics and PLC ladder logic programs

Install and optimize electrical control systems, including PLC programming and troubleshooting

Participate in capital projects, machine modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives

Safely operate forklifts, elevated platforms, and industrial tools

Follow OSHA, NEC, NFPA, and internal safety guidelines, including PPE use

What We’re Looking For

3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, OR an Associate Degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology, Industrial Electronics, or related field

Hands-on experience with mechanical, electrical, and automation systems

Proficiency with hand tools, electronic test equipment, welding, and soldering

Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and servo systems

Computer skills, including Microsoft Office and maintenance software

Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work comfortably in a fast-paced manufacturing setting

Safety-minded with knowledge of LOTO procedures

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on problem-solving, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to grow with a stable company. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply today!

ABR Employment Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veterans' status.

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