Electrical Apprentice Helper Jobs in Appleton, WI

Electromechanical Maintenance Technician - $5,000 Hiring Bonus!

At Charter Casting, our maintenance team is the backbone of our operation, keeping everything running smoothly. They tackle a variety of challenges, from installing and maintaining equipment to troubleshooting complex problems and executing preventive maintenance plans.

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1st Shift | 6am-4pm | Monday - Thursday

Weekend Shift Days | 7am to 7pm | Friday-Sunday

Weekend Shift Nights |7pm-7am | Friday-Sunday

2nd shift | 2pm - 12am | Monday - Thursday

3rd shift | 9pm-7am | Monday - Thursday

Why you'll love it here:

• Pay : Starting from $75k per year based on $36/hr and 40 hour work week (salary may change based on experience)

• $5,000 HIRING BONUS after 90 days

• We pay weekly!

• BENEFITS: Access great benefits like medical, dental, vision starting within 31 days of employment. Plus 401(k) with company match, 10 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays & paid time off!

• Safety: Work in an environment committed to safety and improvement

• Stability: Join an established Midwest company with four generations of family ownership - celebrating 90 years in 2026

What you'll do:

• Problem solve, troubleshoot, modify, adjust, and correct electromechanical issues and equipment.

• Perform regular and preventative maintenance (PMs) on electromechanical equipment.

• Perform inspections daily to determine startup problems.

• Verify part dimensions conform to provided specifications.

• Repair and calibrate pneumatic assemblies

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot hydraulic systems.

• Diagnose issues with sophisticated control systems and employ tactics to resolve them effectively.

• Maintain knowledge of drawings, blueprints, schematics, and inspection manuals.

• Fabricate replacements for temporary fixes.

• Maintain parts and equipment inventory by properly checking parts in and out of the CMMS.

• Support Electromechanical Technician I team members in the execution of the electromechanical technician learning program.

• Actively provide improvement ideas to the electromechanical technician learning program.

• Ensure all control systems of the production lines are operating according to procedures and minimize production down time.

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot facility HVAC systems.

• Update wiring on systems, equipment, machines, and other apparatus. Wire new systems, equipment, machines, and other apparatus.

• Ensure all electromechanical systems, equipment, machines, and other apparatus are safe for operation.

• Utilize lean principles and tools to troubleshoot, countermeasure, and improve processes and equipment.

• Follow all plant safety rules; including locking out of all plant equipment so that it is safe to work on; use safety equipment appropriate for the job; be aware of the safety of others.

What you bring:

• High School Diploma or GED - We can help with our free GED program.

• Accredited electrical apprenticeship, two years technical training with two plus years' industrial electromechanical experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience in reading and interpreting complex documents such as wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, instructions, safety rules, code books and specifications.

• Ability to inspect electrical systems, equipment, and machines for possible problems.

• Knowledge of medium voltage power distribution systems.

• Knowledge of drives, controls, motion controllers, PLCs, and/or motors.

• Basic knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic commissioning and troubleshooting experience.

• Experience in working with electrical codes and regulations, electronic controls and devices and electrical/electronic theory.

• Experience operating electrical and mechanical testing equipment.

• Ability to use a wide variety of metal working, hand, and power equipment.

• Experience using precision measuring equipment and welding / torch equipment.

• Ability to use math skills including fractions, percentages, geometry, and probability.

• Ability to read and understand technical procedures.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work well with other employees.

• Proficient in basic computer skills.

• Knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, bending, lifting up to 60 lbs., and ability to meet physical demands with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice to have:

• Journeyman's card

• Experience in foundry or metals

• Experience commissioning and troubleshooting Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs and Drives.

• Proven expertise in AC/DC motor maintenance

• HVAC Certification or maintenance experience

• Industrial electrical troubleshooting, and hydraulics & pneumatics.

• Relevant industry certifications preferred.

Charter Casting is formerly Charter Aarrowcast

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).