Automation/Electromechanical Technician - 2nd or 3rd Shift
Whirlpool · Racine, WI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Controls
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level controls role at Whirlpool (industrial) in Racine, WI.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, Automation, EHS / safety
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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 129 maintenance technician openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 16 other live controls postings in Wisconsin.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 82%
- ✓ Automation 82%
- Team leadership 41%
- Robotics 29%
- ✓ Root cause 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Whirlpool in Racine
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Full description from WhirlpoolAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
responsibilities
will include
- ◆Adjust and maintain equipment processing parameters within outlined OEM specifications.
- ◆Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, replace, calibrate, and install components of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
requirements
- ✓3 years of industrial maintenance experience.
- ✓Mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to understand complex diagrams and schematics.
Preferred skills and experiences
- ✓Associates degree in electromechanical technology or similar area.
- ✓Demonstrated understanding of intermediate to advanced repair and maintenance techniques, practices, and standard mechanical functions.
- ✓Basic understanding of industrial network communications.
- ✓Basic machine preventative maintenance skills: lubricate, align, adjust, and clean mechanical equipment and perform other preventive maintenance tasks.
- ✓Ability to make accurate arithmetic calculations, follow blueprints, guidelines and/or diagrams to ensure product specifications and tolerance levels are met.
- ✓Ability to operate standard and powered hand tools, precision measuring devices and gauges, material handling equipment, and personal computer.
- ✓Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures to start up and shut down processing equipment.
- ✓Ability to understand and assist in diagnoses problems of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical nature.
- ✓Ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-pressure environment with little direction or management.
- ✓Strong work ethic and ability to collaborate cross-functionally with teams to achieve objectives.
- ✓Possess professional verbal and written communication skills.
- ✓Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and technical work instructions.
- ✓Ability to problem solve using Root Cause Analysis (RCA) concepts.
- ✓Complete understanding of safe work practices, policies, and ability to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others and compliance with all safety and OSHA regulations.
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About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool , KitchenAid , JennAir, Maytag , Amana, Brastemp , Consul , and InSinkErator . In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com .
This role in summary
This position uses knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems to install, maintain, and repair electromechanical equipment. Duties include use of technical manuals, blueprints, and/or schematics to troubleshoot, correct and/or improve pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Your
Why You Should Apply
- •Up to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)
- •Medical, dental, vision, 401k and other benefits available immediately
- •Tuition reimbursement
- •Growth opportunities
- •Perfect Attendance Bonus
- •Appliance Discounts
- •Team Focused Dynamic
- •New and Modern Equipment
- •Air Conditioned Facility
- •Up to 120 hours of paid time off (prorated based on start date)
- •Medical, dental, vision, 401k and other benefits available immediately
- •Tuition reimbursement
- •Growth opportunities
- •Perfect Attendance Bonus
- •Appliance Discounts
- •Team Focused Dynamic
- •New and Modern Equipment
- •Air Conditioned Facility
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