New 
Skilled - Maintenance Technician
 QPS Employment Group | |
70,720
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 United States, Wisconsin, Kenosha | |
| 5022 6th Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Nov 04, 2026 | |
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Position Title: Maintenance Technician
Wage: $70,720-$95,680/year QPS Employment Group is hiring a Maintenance Technician for a company in Kenosha, WI. This is a direct hire opportunity. Maintenance Technician Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Respond to production and facility needs (i.e. equipment breakdown, machine upgrades, and/or adjustments); troubleshoot and repair - Repair and troubleshoot all electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and power transmission components/equipment - Perform repairs on facility utility systems (i.e. hot water boilers, ammonia systems, electrical MCC) - Perform preventative maintenance functions as scheduled - Work independently on machine repairs - Excellent communication skills with maintenance management and production management - Work with CMMS system to record equipment parts usage/needs, PM completions, work orders, and daily activities - Complete work orders as directed - Perform other tasks as directed Maintenance Technician Requirements: - 2 years of technical degree and/or journeyman certification, or 5 years of manufacturing maintenance experience - HACCP Training - Lockout / Tagout Training - GMP Training - Safety Training - Sanitation Training - Experience in Food/Beverage (preferred) - Capable of repairing/replacing copper, plastic or stainless steel piping - Knowledge of electrical systems up to 480 Volt 3 phase - Capable of replacing switches, lights, and fixtures - Capable of troubleshooting motor control circuits, VFD programming and equipment control circuits (e-stops, photo eyes, prox sensors, safety circuits, and auxiliary contacts) - Ability to run wiring, conduit, and make proper connections (polarity) - Capable of welding TIG/MIG for repairs and light fabrication - Basic working knowledge of ammonia systems, including ability to balance ammonia with pressure relief valves and pressure regulators - Ability to diagnose system problems and relay information to maintenance management - Basic knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic controls - Capable of identifying valve types and troubleshoot valve control failures - Ability to assess and repair equipment using OEM specification guides, schematics and pneumatics - Ability to diagnose equipment failures correctly and repair in a timely manner - Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC rooftop unit - Works well within a team environment - Ability to lift 50 pounds - Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and weekends - Highly organized and self-motivated - This position is 100% on-site and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work - Regular interaction with production teams on the manufacturing floor is required - Must be able to work in a food manufacturing environment, including cold and refrigerated areas - Exposure to varying temperatures, food production equipment, and manufacturing noise levels - Must follow all food safety, quality, sanitation, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements - Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods throughout the workday IND999 QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately! Why Work with QPS? - Access to sought-after positions with leading employers - Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee. Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. | |