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!

Mechanical Maintenance

Position Details

• Location: Charter Wire – 7850 N. 81st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53222

• Shift: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM (Sunday night – Thursday morning)

• Excellent Pay $40+ based on experience + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

• Check out our job description video to learn more- Maintenance Technician at Charter Wire – 81st Street

Why Work Here

• Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off

• Career Growth Opportunities
  On-the-job training, process improvement involvement, and internal advancement—we promote from within

• Safety-First Culture
  Work in an environment committed to safety and continuous improvement

• Stability You Can Count On
  Established Midwest company with four generations of family ownership

What You’ll Do

As a Mechanical Maintenance Tech, you will play a critical role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Maintain and troubleshoot electromechanical equipment using hand tools, welding equipment, and measuring devices

• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability

• Diagnose and resolve issues using blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across operations

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to keep production running efficiently

• Follow all safety procedures and properly use required PPE

• Participate in ongoing training and skill development

What You’ll Need

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience OR technical degree in a related field OR journeyman’s card
  (Less experience may be considered at a different level)

• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics and code books

• Strong understanding of electrical theory, controls, and codes

• Experience with line setups, inspections, and electrical testing equipment

• Solid math skills (fractions, percentages, measurements)

Nice to Have

• Experience with PLCs and drives (Allen Bradley, Siemens)

• Knowledge of AC/DC motors, HVAC systems, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems

• Experience with welding/torch equipment and precision measuring tools

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Problem-solving mindset with a willingness to learn

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking

• Occasional sitting, reaching, and forceful motion

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs regularly

• Minimal climbing and occasional lifting over 100 lbs

• Ability to meet physical demands with or without reasonable accommodation

Ready to Apply?

Put your mechanical and electrical expertise to work—apply today and grow your career with Charter Wire.

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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).