Electromechanical Technician I

Charter Manufacturing•Milwaukee, WI

15h

About The Position

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant electromechanical systems in accordance with applicable codes, regulations, specifications, and company policies and procedures. The role helps minimize plant downtime, supports production equipment and facility systems, and contributes to safe, reliable operations. The position involves balancing multiple tasks throughout the shift and working with other technicians on maintenance, repairs, equipment setups, and training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent; GED Works program eligible.
Basic mechanical and maintenance aptitude.
Ability to use basic math skills.
Ability to read, understand, and follow operating and maintenance instructions.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work well with other employees.

Nice To Haves

Basic Allen-Bradley PLC/drive commissioning and troubleshooting experience.
Basic Siemens PLC/drive commissioning and troubleshooting experience.
Basic AC/DC motor maintenance experience.
Basic HVAC certification or maintenance experience.
Basic hydraulic/pneumatic commissioning and troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with identifying, troubleshooting, and correcting electromechanical issues.
Assist with modifying and adjusting process equipment and instruments.
Assist with regular and preventive maintenance of installed electromechanical equipment.
Assist higher-level technicians with job tasks and equipment repairs.
Align and fit assemblies to ensure proper alignment and function.
Perform daily inspections to identify startup problems.
Verify that part dimensions conform to provided specifications.
Repair and calibrate pneumatic assemblies to meet job specifications.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot hydraulic systems.
Diagnose issues with control systems and use appropriate tactics to resolve them.
Maintain knowledge of drawings, blueprints, schematics, and inspection manuals.
Fabricate replacement parts when unavailable, until they can be procured from a vendor.
Maintain parts and equipment inventory by checking items in and out of the CMMS.
Assist with execution and improvement of the electromechanical technician training program.
Ensure production-line control systems operate according to procedures and minimize production downtime.
Service non-essential plant electrical or mechanical systems as needed without interfering with essential production systems.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot facility HVAC systems.
Update wiring on obsolete systems, equipment, machines, and other apparatus.
Wire new systems, equipment, machines, and other apparatus.
Ensure electromechanical systems, equipment, machines, and other apparatus are safe to operate.
Assist with setups to achieve high levels of quality and productivity.
Complete and maintain required paperwork, records, and CMMS documentation.
Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
Follow Environmental, Quality, and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.
Meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.