Electrical Maintenance Technician III

Direct Hire | Ripon, WI | 2nd Shift | $42.45-$45.31/hour + $10K Sign-On Bonus

About Our Client

Our client is the world's largest manufacturer of commercial laundry equipment, with a legacy dating back to 1908. This global industry leader operates manufacturing facilities across four continents and employs over 4,000 team members worldwide. With iconic brands including Speed Queen, UniMac, Primus, Huebsch, and IPSO, they deliver premium laundry solutions to businesses, institutions, and communities around the globe.

As a $1.1B revenue company ranked among Wisconsin's Best Companies to Work For, our client combines the stability of a century-old organization with a forward-thinking commitment to innovation and sustainability. Their "Customer One" philosophy drives everything they do, and their dedication to their people is reflected in competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Why This Role Matters

As an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you'll be a critical member of the maintenance team ensuring the seamless operation of advanced manufacturing equipment that produces the world's most reliable commercial laundry machines. Your electrical expertise will keep production lines running efficiently, minimize downtime, and support the company's commitment to delivering unmatched quality and reliability to customers worldwide.

This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge electrical systems, PLC controls, and automation technology in a stable, growing manufacturing environment where your skills directly impact global operations.

What You'll Do

Electrical System Design & Troubleshooting

• Design minor electrical circuits and test and troubleshoot electrical, PLC, and electronic circuits used for machine and equipment control
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic circuits to maintain optimal equipment performance
• Install electrical and electronic controls on machines and equipment by reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints

Installation & Maintenance

• Install and monitor performance of electrical equipment, checking for hazards, needed adjustments, or replacement
• Mount motors, transformers, and lighting fixtures into position and complete circuits according to diagram specifications
• Perform layouts, assembly, installation, testing, repair, and adjustment of electrical fixtures, apparatus, equipment, wiring, and new services including panels, breakers, and conduit

System Management & Repairs

• Dismantle electrical machinery and replace defective electrical or mechanical parts such as brushes and armatures
• Repair, install, replace, and test electrical circuits and equipment using appropriate tools and testing instruments
• Perform basic mechanical repairs as needed to support overall equipment functionality
• Utilize computer systems to search for parts and enter work orders into CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)

Technical Expertise & Leadership

• Interpret blueprints, work from sketches or verbal instructions to complete complex electrical tasks
• Maintain knowledge of electrical power and water distribution systems
• Direct the work of technicians in lower classifications when needed
• Perform a variety of work as directed by the Group Leader

What You Bring

Required Experience & Skills:

• Two-year Associate degree and 5+ years of work experience (required)
• Proven experience in designing minor electrical circuits and troubleshooting electrical, PLC, and electronic circuits used for machine and equipment control
• Experience in troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic circuits
• Demonstrated ability to install electrical and electronic controls on machines and equipment by reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints
• Knowledge of electrical power and water distribution systems
• Ability to perform basic mechanical repairs
• Proficiency in interpreting blueprints and working from sketches or verbal instructions
• Ability to utilize a computer to search for parts and enter work into a CMMS
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, perform manual dexterity tasks, and lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check

Additional Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLC systems
• Background in automated manufacturing environments
• Industrial electrical certifications or licenses
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles
• Welding or fabrication experience

Work Details & Environment

Location: Ripon, WI (Local candidates required; relocation assistance available for qualified candidates)

Shift Details: Full-time, 2nd shift Monday-Thursday, 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM, 40 hours per week

Compensation Package:

• Hourly Rate: $42.45 - $45.31 (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
• Shift Differential: $3.25/hour
• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 upon successful hiring

Employment Status: Direct Hire (Permanent, Full-Time)

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Our client offers an exceptional benefits package that reflects their commitment to employee well-being:

Time Off & Work-Life Balance:

• Paid vacation in your first year
• 11 company-paid holidays
• Monday-Thursday schedule (3-day weekends!)

Financial Benefits:

• Annual wage increases
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Annual perfect attendance awards
• Safety recognition program

Health & Wellness:

• Medical plan with company-paid Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Company-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
• Company-paid Long Term Disability (LTD)

Culture & Community:

• Annual social events throughout the year for employees and their families
• Stable and growing work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

What Makes This Opportunity Special

Join a manufacturing powerhouse that's been leading the global laundry industry for over a century. This isn't just another maintenance role—it's an opportunity to work with world-class equipment and technology while being part of a team that makes a tangible difference for businesses, hospitals, fire stations, and communities worldwide.

With a Monday-Thursday schedule offering 3-day weekends, competitive pay with shift differential, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits starting in your first year, this position delivers both professional fulfillment and exceptional work-life balance.

Our client's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and their people creates an environment where you can build a long-term career with a company that values integrity, safety, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to bring your electrical expertise to a globally recognized manufacturer that invests in its team members, this is your opportunity.

Ready to power the future of manufacturing? Apply today to join a team where your technical skills will keep the world's finest commercial laundry equipment running at peak performance.