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Maintenance Technician I

Materion · Milwaukee, WI

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Industry
Metals
Posted
2 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Materion (metals) in Milwaukee, WI. A National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S.

Tools it names
Welding

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $54k–$86k.

Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 149 maintenance technician openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 151 other live reliability postings in Wisconsin.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • PLC 49%
  • Team leadership 48%
  • ✓ Welding 44%
  • Robotics 24%

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Promotion path mentionedLifts up to 10 lbs

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This plant: Materion in Milwaukee

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Qualifications

  • ✓Minimum two years of maintenance experience
  • ✓Knowledge of mechanical repairs, electrical repairs, plumbing, hydraulics and carpentry
  • ✓Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • ✓Mathematical skills
  • ✓Ability to operate tools and equipment typically used in facilities, building and machine repair
  • ✓The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; reach above shoulders; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds

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The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Materion’s Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.

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At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us!

2nd Shift : Monday thru Friday 1-930pm

Under the direction of the Process Engineering Manager, the Maintenance Technician I will be responsible for performing duties to repair and maintain machinery, equipment, building and facilities. The job will require a broad knowledge of maintenance skills including mechanical trouble-shooting and repair of equipment, minor electrical trouble-shooting and repair of equipment, minor facility plumbing repair, welding repairs, carpentry, metal fabrication, and sheet metal duct work installation.

With provided direction, you will have the opportunity to

  • •Diagnose machine malfunctions and operating difficulties. Make necessary repairs or adjustments
  • •Perform skilled operations such as fitting and aligning bearings, spindles, and shafts
  • •Help with the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment, machinery and systems
  • •Install, repair, rebuild, maintain and relocate existing machines and equipment
  • •Perform maintenance on the buildings, facilities, and the grounds, including lawn mowing and snow removal
  • •Maintain required maintenance logs and files
  • •Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures. Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations

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