Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Maintenance Technician
Position
Summary
Reporting
to the Facilities Manager, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for
diagnosing and applying appropriate remedies to electrical problems including,
but not limited to; replacement and adjustment of components, integral units,
motors, controls, etc. This
electro-mechanical job is responsible for installing and maintaining electrical
systems to provide power for machines, equipment, lighting, facilities and
other apparatus in accordance with codes, regulations, and safety requirements.
The Maintenance Technician installs
panel controls, switches, air-conditioning systems, etc. in accordance with
specifications, and/or schematic drawings. The role is required to maintain and adjust
or replace mechanical components such as gears, belts, chains, shafts, guards,
hoses, couplings, etc. In addition, the
technician is required to use appropriate tools to successfully perform all
functions as described previously.
Responsibilities:
Electrical
Functions:
- Requisition material and assist to maintain replacement parts inventory
- Observe and comply with safety precautions, utilizing extreme care on troubleshooting and repairs where high voltages are involved
- Use appropriate test instruments and equipment to test and ensure compatibility and safety of all circuits, components, switches, controls, etc., to assure performance quality and operation
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain all pieces of production equipment
- Maintain all documentation related to any maintenance tasks
- Install new equipment as required
- Work with production personnel to ensure proper operation of equipment
- Follow all safety policies and codes as determined by the Safety Manager
Maintenance
Functions:
- Repair and maintain buildings, facilities, all machines and equipment
- Responsible for the operation plumbing, heating and ventilating systems
- Maintain buildings including repair of windows, doors, roof, floors, stairways; construct partitions, bins, racks; remove snow, oil and lubricate machines and equipment
- Diagnose and remedy mechanical and minor electrical problems, repair and adjust a variety of machinery and equipment such as drill presses, lathes, punch presses, welders, grinders, shear-brake presses, vehicles, hoists, etc.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain assets
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks on all equipment and facilities
- Work from drawings, sketches, blueprints, specifications, manuals, and verbal instructions
- Use micrometers, scales, levels, squares, power bench tools, wrenches, carpentry tools, etc.
- Keep work area clean and orderly
Qualifications:
- Possesses 3 years of experience in maintenance technical role
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of electrical, mechanical, and fluid power systems
- Effectively troubleshoot equipment problems to determine root cause
- Read electrical and fluid power schematics and mechanical blueprints
- Prioritize tasks in order of importance
- Obtain and retain a fork truck operator license; operates mobile machinery such as aerial lifts, forklifts, floor sweepers, etc.
- Ability to operate all maintenance shop tools and equipment such as micrometers, scales, levels, carpentry tools, squares, power bench tools, wrenches, specialty mechanic tools like gear pullers, etc.
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrates willingness to learn
- Demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving skills
- Experiencing in using a PC and able to use Microsoft office programs such as; Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.; familiarity with JDE software preferred
- Able to lift 75 lbs
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather
- Ability to climb ladders and work safely at heights
- Ability to perform non-standard work safely (tight spaces, crawling, knees, etc.)
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time
About Madison Air
As one of the worlds largest privately held companies, Madison
Air exists to help our customers realize the often invisible, but very real
return better air has for us all. We believe better air is a transformational
force for good and we are on a mission to unleash it. Our unique business model
leverages the air expertise of our 8,000 passionate entrepreneurs who do air
better than anyone; an ingenious collection of entrepreneurial businesses with
iconic brands; winning innovation and superior customer experience that make
businesses, communities, and the world safer, healthier, and more productive.
ThermaStor has been an innovation leader in advanced heattransfer
and water management technologies since 1977. Founded in Madison, Wisconsin,
our mission has always centered on engineering smarter, more efficient
solutions that push the boundaries of environmental control. From our early
breakthroughs in heatrecovery water heaters to todays industrydefining
product portfolio, ThermaStor continues to set the standard for performance,
reliability, and technological excellence.
Our brands include:
Quest Highefficiency industrial
dehumidification engineered for precision environmental control and exceptional
energy performancetrusted in applications ranging from indoor agriculture and
food distribution to water treatment facilities, selfstorage, and
manufacturing operations.
Anden Purposebuilt humidification,
dehumidification, and water treatment solutions for controlledenvironment
agriculture, giving cultivators the consistency and control they need to grow
at scale.
Phoenix Restorationgrade
dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, and drying solutions trusted by professionals to
perform in the most demanding commercial and residential recovery environments.
Origen Nextgeneration atmospheric
water generators that utilize ThermaStors patented technology to deliver
clean, efficient, and sustainable water production. For nearly five decades,
our team has combined deep engineering expertise with a relentless focus on
innovation.
Today, ThermaStor remains committed to delivering cuttingedge
climate and water technologies that help customers create safer, healthier, and
more efficient environments.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $35.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.
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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.
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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as acondition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this lawshall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.