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Maintenance Technician II - 1st Shift

Generac · Sussex, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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

About your past

Walk me through a time a production line went down unexpectedly and you had to get it running again. What did you do first?

What they are checking: how they triage under pressure and prioritize safety versus speed

Tell me about a preventive maintenance program you've worked within. How did you keep up with PMs and work orders alongside emergency repairs?

What they are checking: ability to balance planned work against reactive firefighting

Describe a time you had to fix something completely outside your usual scope, like a bathroom fixture or an HVAC issue, with limited guidance.

What they are checking: versatility and willingness to handle general facility work, not just production equipment

Tell me about a time you had to order a part or coordinate with a vendor to get equipment back online. How did you manage that timeline?

What they are checking: vendor communication skills and ownership of the full repair process, not just wrenching

Tell me about a piece of equipment you didn't know how to fix at first. How did you go about learning it?

What they are checking: initiative and self-directed learning, since the posting emphasizes growing into new repairs

What would you do

Say a robotic arm on the line stops mid-cycle with no obvious fault code. What's your process for figuring out what's wrong?

What they are checking: systematic diagnostic approach rather than guesswork or parts-swapping

If you're in the middle of an urgent equipment repair and a supervisor calls asking for a status update, how do you handle that conversation without losing focus on the fix?

What they are checking: communication skills under pressure and ability to manage interruptions

If two machines go down at the same time on your shift and you can only get to one right away, how do you decide which one first?

What they are checking: judgment on prioritizing based on production impact and safety risk

About the work

Tell me about the most complex PLC or automation issue you've troubleshot. How did you find the root cause?

What they are checking: depth of real hands-on PLC and controls troubleshooting versus surface-level exposure

How do you read and use a blueprint or electrical schematic when you're diagnosing a problem you haven't seen before?

What they are checking: actual comfort interpreting technical drawings, not just claiming the skill

What's your experience with lockout tagout, arc flash procedures, and general electrical safety on the job?

What they are checking: real working knowledge of safety protocols versus box-checking

What's your hands-on experience with hydraulic systems and small engine repair?

What they are checking: breadth of mechanical skill across the range of equipment mentioned in the role

How comfortable are you logging work orders, tracking PM schedules, and using tools like Outlook and Excel day to day?

What they are checking: basic digital literacy and follow-through on documentation, which many technicians skip

What does a 5S program look like in practice on a shop floor, and how have you contributed to keeping one running?

What they are checking: familiarity with lean/organizational discipline expected in a manufacturing environment

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The full job description

As published by Generac.

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? Following established process and procedures, the Maintenance Technician ll performs emergency, routine and preventive maintenance on all production and building equipment while maintaining safety and communicating effectively.  This position is responsible for daily problem solving and repair of robotic, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical or small outdoor power equipment associated with manufacturing and facility operations. Responsibilities: Support and service of production lines within the facility Perform preventative and predictive maintenance of production line equipment Seasonal external facility maintenance Small engine repair Reading and interpreting blue prints, drawings and building schematics Miscellaneous facility maintenance as needed Replacement of broken or outdated building mechanicals, lighting or bathroom fixtures Email and phone conversations with vendors Ordering parts and materials Maintenance of 5S program Maintaining compliance with training programs Maintenance and system entry of PM’s and work orders Minimum Job Requirements: High School Diploma or GED 2+ years of experience maintaining industrial equipment, automation or product repair Preferred Job Requirements: Experience reading and working from blueprints and interpreting advances drawings and schematics Demonstrated knowledge in OSHA, Arc Flash, LOTO and NEC Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate across departments Ability to identify problems and implement solutions Ability to work from drawings, sketches and blueprints Initiative to learn how to assist, diagnose and repair equipment Ability to acquire and maintain certifications for operation of service equipment Knowledge of basic PC functions including using Outlook, Excel and Word Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

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