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Maintenance Electrician

Barry-Wehmiller · Phillips, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 31, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

This role covers both machinery and facility electrical work. Tell me about your experience with each.

What they are checking: Whether their skills span plant equipment and building systems as the job requires.

The posting mentions mechanical troubleshooting too. Tell me about a mechanical problem you fixed.

What they are checking: Whether they can handle the mixed electrical and mechanical work of a maintenance role.

Tell me about something you did to prevent a repeat breakdown.

What they are checking: Whether they think about preventive maintenance and root causes, not only repairs.

What would you do

A machine tool stopped mid-shift and the operator says it just died. How do you troubleshoot it?

What they are checking: A safe, logical approach that moves from power supply to controls to the machine itself.

How do you decide between a quick fix that gets production running and a proper repair?

What they are checking: Judgment balancing uptime with doing the job right and safely.

How do you plan scheduled projects while still responding to breakdowns?

What they are checking: Time management in a job with constant interruptions.

About the work

How do you test whether a three-phase motor is good?

What they are checking: Solid hands-on electrical skill with motors that are common in a machine shop.

Walk me through your lockout/tagout process before working on equipment.

What they are checking: Whether they follow safety procedures every time, not only when someone is watching.

What experience do you have with PLCs, relays or motor starters?

What they are checking: Controls knowledge that lets them fix more than basic wiring problems.

What NEC requirements come up most often in your facility work?

What they are checking: Code awareness for installations and changes to building systems.

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The full job description

As published by Barry-Wehmiller.

About Us: BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world. Job Description: As a Maintenance Electrician with BW Papersystems, you would be responsible for assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining electrical and electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, and fixtures across both machinery and facility needs. Day to day, you would troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, work on scheduled projects, change out drives and lighting, and perform maintenance on generators, hydraulics, and pneumatics, ordering parts as needed. Job Responsibilities: • Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues by using hand tools and testing instruments to diagnose malfunctioning systems, isolate defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment • Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical and electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, and fixtures across both machinery and facility needs • Perform maintenance on the building, generators, and machines, including changing out drives, lights, and other components as needed • Work on hydraulics and pneumatics • Dismantle electrical machinery and replace defective electrical or mechanical parts such as gears, brushes, and armatures • Mount motors, transformers, and lighting fixtures and complete circuits according to diagram specifications • Research and configure solutions, estimate time and material costs, and requisition necessary parts and supplies • Work on scheduled projects while also responding to immediate equipment needs • Inspect completed work for conformance with local building and safety codes, performing all work in accordance with established safety procedures • Mentor and provide leadership to peers as needed. Required Education and Work Experience: • Journeyman License Required • 4+ years of experience #LI-MG2 At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​ Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments. Company: BW Papersystems

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