Plant Equipment Reliability Technician - Senior

Ready to own uptime in an employee‑owned manufacturing environment?

At Wildeck in Waukesha, WI, every team member is an owner. As our Senior Plant Equipment Reliability Technician, you’ll protect production flow, elevate safety, and champion preventive and predictive maintenance—all while collaborating closely with the Plant Manager and cross‑functional partners.

Reports to: Plant Manager | Location: Waukesha, WI

**POSITION TYPE:

** Full-time, Exempt

Why this role matters

• Do you thrive on solving tough mechanical and electrical problems quickly and safely?
• Can you read schematics and manuals to uncover root causes—not just symptoms?
• Are you motivated to design, document, and improve a Preventive Maintenance program?
• Will you use predictive tools to catch failures before they disrupt operations?
• Can you communicate clearly, keep meticulous records, and influence others to follow safe practices?

What you’ll do

• Service, calibrate, and maintain plant machinery, equipment, and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical issues using diagnostic instruments and schematics.
• Own PM planning and documentation; refine schedules based on equipment performance.
• Apply predictive maintenance technologies to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Replace faulty parts and verify equipment is restored to safe, compliant operation.
• Perform safety and compliance inspections, escalating hazards immediately.
• Document all maintenance work, parts usage, and findings with accuracy.
• Coordinate with operations and other technicians to maximize availability and throughput.
• Model and enforce safety protocols; support additional plant needs as requested.

What you bring

• 5 years in maintenance or a closely related industrial role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude plus solid industrial electrical knowledge.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.
• Excellent analytical skills and a detail‑first mindset.
• Comfort working independently and within diverse teams across the plant.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude and the ability to perform under deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Physical ability to routinely lift/move up to 10 lbs and occasionally over 50 lbs; ability to twist, turn, grasp, reach, kneel, crawl, pull, and stand/walk for prolonged periods.

Core proficiencies

• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Commercial Electrical Expertise
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Crane & Lifting Equipment Systems
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance
• Machine Safety Inspections

Thrive with an owner’s mindset

Headquartered in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Wildeck is a subsidiary of Holden Industries and 100% employee‑owned. We build the nation’s leading industrial steel work platforms (mezzanines), vertical lifts (VRCs), rideable material lifts (RML), safety guarding, industrial ladders, crossovers, and more—supporting distribution operations for nearly five decades.

Benefits designed for the long run

We offer competitive compensation and a robust benefits package: three medical plan options, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, identity protection, paid parental leave, employee assistance program, continuing education, generous PTO, and nine paid holidays.

Our retirement programs include a 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). ESOP contributions are company‑funded annually based on profitability—so when we win, you do too.