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Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift

Rockwell Automation · Mequon, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 3, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about preventive maintenance you have done that stopped a breakdown.

What they are checking: Whether they value preventive work and can point to a real example.

What would you do

You fixed a machine, but it fails the same way two days later. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they look for root cause instead of repeating a quick fix.

On second shift there may be fewer people to ask. How do you handle a problem outside your skill set?

What they are checking: Whether they know when to call for help and how to hand off clearly to the next shift.

Production wants the machine running now, but you think it needs a longer repair. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain risks to production leaders and hold firm on safety.

About the work

This is a second-shift maintenance role in Mequon. Tell me about the production equipment you have maintained.

What they are checking: Whether their experience matches the kind of manufacturing equipment they will support.

A machine goes down and the line is stopped. Walk me through how you troubleshoot it.

What they are checking: Whether they have a methodical approach to finding faults under pressure.

How comfortable are you troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment? Have you gone online with a PLC?

What they are checking: Whether they can work with the controls that run modern machines, which matters at an automation company.

How do you read electrical schematics to find a fault?

What they are checking: Whether they can use drawings to track down electrical problems.

What lockout tagout steps do you follow before working on a machine?

What they are checking: Whether they follow lockout every time, which protects their life and others'.

What experience do you have with pneumatics, hydraulics or mechanical drives?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle mechanical as well as electrical repairs.

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The full job description

As published by Rockwell Automation.

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us! Job Description Who is Rockwell? Do you want to make a difference in the world? At Rockwell Automation you can do just that and more. Rockwell is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential technology to expand what is humanly possible , making the world more productive and sustainable. Rockwell was recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies in 2020. We place a high value on integrity which fosters an environment where all employees can and want to make an impact. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, please visit www.rockwellautomation.com . What Rockwell Brings to You Rockwell cares about our employees and our benefits package is just one way we support you. Rockwell provides options for medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan including company match, generous vacation allowances, and many more options available. To learn more about our Benefits Package, please visit https://raquickfind.com/ . What Rockwell Needs from You We need a diverse workforce to do our best work. We need the makers, the forward thinkers, the problem solvers, and everything in between. That is where you come in. We have an immediate hiring need for our full-time manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician Level 3. You will report to our maintenance supervisor. This is a 2nd Shift role (M-F, 2:00PM – 10:00PM) with a 6% shift premium, in the Electronic Assembly department. You will be part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation Job Summary: Perform electrical or mechanical troubleshooting to determine problems in non-functioning electromechanical equipment used in the manufacturing process. Dismantles, adjusts, repairs and assembles equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manuals, rough sketches or drawings. Use test and diagnostic equipment to perform checkouts. Rebuild manufacturing equipment. May perform equipment modifications as directed by manufacturing engineers. Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Use documented work instructions and maintenance management software to perform semi-routine maintenance and document work performed. Use a variety of tools, read and interpret drawings and manuals to perform routine and moderately difficult maintenance work. Troubleshoot machinery and equipment; require judgment to propose solutions while maintaining expertise standards and support development projects. We require a demonstration of expertise with manufacturing software, safety skills,. We need a candidate with and demonstrated understanding and analyses, troubleshooting, and techniques. You will need to respond to internal customer requests promptly. The goal is to determine priorities for machine maintenance, and support. You will perform required maintenance on electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic production equipment. This maintenance includes both preventive and repair work. Additionally, the position will perform equipment modifications as directed by manufacturing engineers. In performing these tasks, the position will use test and diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and repair equipment. You will also move machinery and fixtures throughout the building, to support production. You will resolve machine and process issues relating to downtime, scrap and performance while reading and interpreting diagrams and prints to repair machines. Maintaining good care of equipment and tools used, monitoring spare parts inventories and make recommendations to assure availability and recording preventive maintenance data using computer-based systems is necessary in this role. You will work with equipment, using computer technology to perform work assignments will be crucial to the role. Demonstrated increased depth and understanding of specific equipment assignments, recognizing and anticipating equipment failure indicators while supporting capabilities expand beyond specific equipment assignments. Determining equipment efficiencies for long-term use and viability, we troubleshoot and repair equipment to cause (permanent equipment corrective action/fix). Overtime is an essential function of this position which typically requires 8 hours of overtime/week. Actual overtime hours may vary. Skills: • Reading and understanding written instructions and schematics • Use a computer to view, log, or find appropriate job-related information • Work In a team environment • Use manual tools, power tools and machinery, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and control systems Minimum Qualifications: You Will Have • A minimum of High School Diploma/GED • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. Preferred Qualifications: You May Have • Typically requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience • Electro-Mechanical Degree or equivalent At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

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