Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs in Wisconsin

Electrical Maintenance Technician jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Green Bay, and Racine, where manufacturing, food processing, and heavy industrial operations generate consistent demand at every level from entry-level journeyman to senior PLC technician. Employers like Kohler, Oshkosh Corporation, and Rockwell Automation have deep roots in the state and regularly hire for preventive maintenance, industrial controls, and high-voltage systems work. The market is among the most active in the Midwest, with facilities across dairy processing, automotive supply, and packaging driving ongoing openings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerTenneco
Top cityManitowoc, WI
Cities hiring13
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialForklift Certification

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Assistant Maintenance Manager (Electrical)
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Assistant Maintenance Manager (Electrical)
Waupaca Foundry
Waupaca, Wisconsin
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Associate's degree
1,001-5,000

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Sr Manager Automation & Electrical Maintenance Engineering
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Sr Manager Automation & Electrical Maintenance Engineering
Scientific Protein Laboratories
Waunakee, Wisconsin
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Bilingual Security and Electrical Maintenance Technician
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Bilingual Security and Electrical Maintenance Technician
United Community Center
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Mechanical Engineering
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Electrical Maintenance Technician (3rd Shift)
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Electrical Maintenance Technician (3rd Shift)
Tenneco
Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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Electrical Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)
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Electrical Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)
Tenneco
Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Operations
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Manitowoc
3 jobs
Monroe
2 jobs
Waupaca
2 jobs
Milwaukee
2 jobs
Hixton
1 job
Bonduel
1 job
Delavan
1 job
Shawano
1 job
Hartford
1 job

Electrical Maintenance Technician Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Tenneco3 open roles
Waupaca Foundry2 open roles
3M1 open role

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in electrical maintenance technician jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Wisconsin Journeyman or Master Electrician license or eligibility to obtain one
  • Two or more years of industrial or commercial electrical maintenance experience
  • Hands-on experience with PLCs, VFDs, and automated manufacturing equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70E arc flash safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
  • Associate degree or technical diploma in electromechanical technology or a related field

Electrical Maintenance Technician Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a electrical maintenance technician in Wisconsin?

The most direct path is completing an electromechanical technology or industrial maintenance program at a Wisconsin technical college, such as those offered through the Wisconsin Technical College System, then pursuing a Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician license through the Department of Safety and Professional Services. Apprenticeships registered with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development are another well-established route, combining on-the-job training with classroom instruction and leading directly to licensure.

How much do electrical maintenance technicians make in Wisconsin?

Electrical maintenance technicians in Wisconsin earn a median of about $74,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,520 for the lowest 10% to over $91,770 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire electrical maintenance technicians in Wisconsin?

Employers hiring electrical maintenance technicians in Wisconsin right now include Tenneco, Waupaca Foundry, and 3M, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's dense concentration of food manufacturing, plastics, and industrial machinery plants means maintenance technician demand stays steady well beyond the largest corporate names.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most electrical maintenance technician jobs?

Manitowoc, Monroe, and Waupaca have the most electrical maintenance technician openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee anchors the market through its large base of manufacturing headquarters and industrial facilities, while smaller metros like Green Bay and Racine draw openings from food processing, packaging, and heavy equipment suppliers that have operated in those corridors for decades.

Are there remote electrical maintenance technician jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of electrical maintenance technician openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects the hands-on nature of the role. The portions most likely to allow remote work involve control system programming, documentation review, or equipment specification tasks within larger engineering teams.

How can I get hired as a electrical maintenance technician in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a pre-apprenticeship or apprenticeship program through a Wisconsin technical college or a union-affiliated training program registered with the Department of Workforce Development. Manufacturers like Quad Graphics, Bemis, and large dairy co-ops in the Fox Valley region frequently hire maintenance helper or facilities technician roles that do not require prior experience. Starting in an adjacent role such as production operator or general maintenance associate lets you build hands-on equipment familiarity, and earning a Wisconsin Electrical Apprentice registration gives your application a measurable edge over unregistered candidates.

Where can I find and apply to electrical maintenance technician jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to electrical maintenance technician jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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