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!

Electrical 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

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 an Electrical Maintenance Mechanic, 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.

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).