Maintenance Technician - 1st shift

About the role

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a well-established, employee-owned manufacturing company seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician to join their Franklin, WI team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with mechanical aptitude who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and working in a modern manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facility and production equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance activities
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and technical documentation
• Repair and maintain facility systems including mechanical, plumbing, and basic electrical equipment
• Assist with equipment installations and machine setup
• Use CMMS software to document maintenance activities and order replacement parts
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, hoists, and other maintenance equipment
• Maintain accurate maintenance records
• Follow all company safety procedures and manufacturing best practices
• Assist with training less experienced maintenance technicians as needed

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• 1-3 years of maintenance experience in an industrial, manufacturing, automotive, mechanical, or HVAC environment
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
• Experience using common hand and power tools
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and CMMS systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize maintenance requests

Preferred:

• Industrial manufacturing maintenance experience
• Basic HVAC knowledge
• NFPA 70E training
• Refrigeration certification

Why Join This Company?

This company is an employee-owned organization with a strong culture of teamwork, offering a stable manufacturing environment with long-term career opportunities, a modern facility with ongoing investment in equipment and technology, opportunities for technical training and career advancement, and competitive compensation, bonus potential, and excellent benefits.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Annual Performance Bonus Eligibility
• Career Development & Training
• Stable, Long-Term Employment

Pay

$25.00-$30.00/hour (Based on experience)

Schedule

1st Shift | Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM-2:30 PM, with overtime available as needed.