Back to Jobs search

Electrical Maintenance Technician

API Heat Transfer • Franklin, WI • 2h ago

Location: Franklin, WI

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

About the Role

At General ThermoDynamics (an API Heat Transfer Company), we are seeking a skilled Electrical Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations. This role is critical in maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safe, efficient production.

The ideal candidate brings strong troubleshooting capability, electrical expertise, and experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems including motors, drives, PLCs, sensors, and control panels

Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to support uptime and reliability

Respond to equipment failures and implement timely corrective actions

Installation & Upgrades

Install and modify electrical wiring, components, and control systems

Support equipment upgrades, automation initiatives, and capital projects

Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals

Equipment Support

Maintain and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment including:

Furnaces

Welding systems

Leak testing equipment

Material handling systems

Support PLC-controlled and automated systems troubleshooting

Safety & Compliance

Follow OSHA, NEC, and NFPA 70E regulations and company safety procedures

Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements

Participate in safety audits, investigations, and corrective actions

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and records

Identify and implement improvements to increase equipment reliability

Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED required

Technical degree or certification in Electrical Maintenance or related field preferred

3-7+ years of industrial electrical maintenance experience (manufacturing preferred)

Technical Skills

PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley or Siemens preferred)

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

Industrial wiring and controls

Electrical diagnostic tools (multimeters, megohmmeters)

Ability to read ladder logic diagrams and schematics

Experience with automation, robotics, or HMI systems is a plus

Other Requirements

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Flexibility to work overtime or on-call as needed

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching

Ability to work in an industrial environment (heat, noise, moving equipment)

Preferred Qualifications

Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent

Experience in metal fabrication or heat exchanger manufacturing

Familiarity with CMMS systems

Why Join Us?

Stable, growing manufacturing environment

Opportunity to work with advanced industrial and automated systems

Collaborative team focused on safety and continuous improvement

Competitive pay and benefits package

Apply Today

Join General ThermoDynamics and play a key role in keeping our operations running safely and efficiently.

The Benefits of Working for API!

Benefits eligibility Day 1

Generous PTO Plan - Earn vacation immediately.

Attendance Bonuses Paid

11 Paid Holidays

401k Plan with company match

ECZW

Similar Jobs

Physical Therapist

Ascension Health • Mequon, WI • 39min ago

Hospital & Medical

Your future role at a glance Location: Mequon, WI Facility: Sacred Heart Rehab Institute Department: Rehabilitation Schedule: Full-time | Day Shift Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leadin...

39min ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapist

Ascension Health • Milwaukee, WI • 39min ago

Hospital & Medical

Your future role at a glance Location: Milwaukee, WI Facility: St. Francis Department: Rehabilitation Lymphedema at Outpatient Schedule: PRN | 8:00am-4:30; Sat/Sun (1 weekend/ 4 weeks) Life at Ascension: Where purpose me...

39min ago

Go to Apply

Physical Therapist

Ascension Health • Mequon, WI • 39min ago

Hospital & Medical

Your future role at a glance Location: Milwaukee, WI Facility: Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Department: Rehabilitation Schedule: Days | PRN Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonp...

39min ago

Go to Apply

Senior Rehab Program Manager - Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Aegis Therapies • Hartland, WI • 41min ago

Hospital & Medical

Senior Program Manager - Outpatient - Physical Therapist Great opportunity to gain leadership experience managing several locations Covering LaCrosse, Havenwood and Springbook of Onalaska In this new role, you will be su...

41min ago

Go to Apply

Critical Care Paramedic (CCT)- Menomonee Falls

Superior Ambulance Service • Menomonee Falls, WI • 13h ago

Hospital & Medical

Overview Openings in multiple locations: Oshkosh, Kaukauna, Menomonee Falls, Milwaukee, Mount Pleasant, Fond Du Lac, Green Bay, Madison, Kenosha, Oak Creek, Janesville, Burlington, and Elkhorn. History of the Company: Su...

13h ago

Go to Apply