Maintenance Tech

Supporting an industry-leading, farmer-owned organic dairy processor, this is a hands-on, multi-craft maintenance position operating within a highly automated, modern facility in Vernon County, WI. Our organization offers unmatched job stability, a culture rooted in sustainability and community, and continuous capital investment in advanced automation and technology.

About the role

This role focuses on ensuring the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of production, automated packaging, and utility systems. It's ideal for a mechanically and electrically skilled technician who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and emergency maintenance on automated production line machinery, robotics, packaging lines, conveyors, pumps, separators, and pasteurization systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems efficiently to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose and perform minor programming or adjustments on PLCs, VFDs, instrumentation, and sanitary process controls.
• Read and interpret mechanical schematics, electrical single-line drawings, and P&IDs.
• Assist with utility maintenance, including boilers, ammonia refrigeration systems, and wastewater management.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, preventive maintenance, and plant safety protocols.

Requirements

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience (food/beverage/dairy preferred).
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with PLCs, VFDs, and automated packaging equipment.
• Experience maintaining pumps, conveyors, separators, and pasteurizers.
• Familiarity with instrumentation, calibration, and sanitary process systems.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, P&IDs, and electrical drawings.
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration, boilers, and wastewater systems a plus.
• Safety-conscious mindset with the ability to work independently in an automated plant environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $26.00 - $33.00/hr base rate, plus competitive shift premiums.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off packages.
• Clear pathways for continuous technical training and career advancement.

Pay

$26.00 - $33.00 per hour (base rate), plus competitive shift premiums.