Electromechanical Technician

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair all electromechanical systems of the plant in accordance with codes, regulations and specifications, ensuring minimum down time of the plant operations, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Frequent standing and walking. Occasional sitting, below waist level work, balancing, carrying, reaching, fine motor skills, forceful motion, and lifting up to 60 lbs. Minimal foot use, climbing, push/pulling, and lifting over 100 lbs. Ability to meet the physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as provided in detail in the Job Analysis Database.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• (GED Works program eligible)
• Basic mechanical and maintenance aptitude.
• Ability to use basic math skills.
• Ability to read and understand and follow operating and maintenance instructions.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work well with other employees.

• 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.

• Assist others in performing a limited variety of identifying, troubleshooting, and correcting electromechanical issues.
• Assist with modifying and adjusting process equipment and instruments.
• Assist with regular and preventative maintenance on installed electromechanical equipment.
• Assist higher level technicians with various job tasks and repairs on equipment.
• Align and fit assemblies ensuring proper alignment and function.
• Perform inspections daily to determine startup problems.
• Verify part dimensions conform to provided specifications.
• Repair and calibrate pneumatic assemblies to meet job specifications.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot simple to complex hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose issues with sophisticated control systems and employ tactics to resolve them effectively.
• Maintain knowledge of drawings, blueprints, schematics, and inspection manuals
• Fabricate replacements for unavailable parts until it can be procured from the vendor.
• Maintain parts and equipment inventory by properly checking parts in and out of the CMMS.
• Assist in the execution and improvement of the electromechanical technician training program.
• Ensure all control systems of the production lines are operating according to procedures and minimize production down time.
• Service all non-essential plant electrical or mechanical systems as needed, ensuring non-interference 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 all electromechanical systems, equipment, machines, and other apparatus are safe for operation.
• Assist with setups with the highest levels of quality and productivity.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documentation in the CMMS.
• Maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
• Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.
• Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.

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Reports to:

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Primary internal customers:
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Primary external customers:
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Balancing multiple tasks throughout the shift

• We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).

Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of diversified metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936 and headquartered in Mequon, Wis. Our will to grow drives our success. It is fueled by a team of…