--- title: Maintenance Electrician at GEHLS in Germantown, WI description: GEHLS is hiring for the Maintenance Electrician role in Germantown, WI. Pays $35–$40 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/maintenance-electrician-at-gehls-01a17aa4-adde-719e-bada-02ad5e00a626 date: 2026-10-27T00:47:11Z og_description: Join GEHLS as Maintenance Electrician in Germantown, WI. Pays $35–$40 per hour. Full-time role. Requires 4+ years of experience. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/1chhuv.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | GEHLS | | **Location** | Germantown, WI | | **Salary** | $35/hr - $40/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 26, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for GEHLS. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for GEHLS. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $71,000 – $87,000 a year (median $78,000). ## Description **Now Hiring:** Maintenance Electrician | 3rd Shift **Schedule:** 10:00PM – 6:00AM Mon – Fri with overtime as needed **Pay:** Base = Base + Shift differential = up to $40/hr. **Why join our team?** - Need cash before payday? We've got you covered with on demand pay - Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 6% of wages) - Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match - Generous PTO & holidays - Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career - Amazing team & culture focused on: Communication| Community Involvement | Wellness | Employee Activities **Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:** - Full-time & stable hours – no seasonal cuts! - Referral bonus program - Tuition reimbursement - HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution - Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more - Proven continued business growth for future opportunities **Position Overview** We're looking for a skilled Maintenance Electrician to help keep our food manufacturing facility running safely and efficiently. In this role, you'll troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems and production equipment to minimize downtime, improve performance, and support continuous operations while maintaining high food safety and quality standards. **What You'll Do** - Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and production equipment to minimize downtime. - Diagnose and resolve issues with PLCs, relays, controls, and electrical systems. - Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and technical drawings. - Use electrical testing equipment to identify faults and improve equipment performance. - Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. - Document maintenance activities and repairs using CMMS. - Maintain a safe work environment while following food safety, quality, and GMP standards. **What You'll Need** - High school diploma or equivalent. - Journeyman Card or 4+ years of relevant electrical maintenance experience (or equivalent military experience). - Strong knowledge of PLCs, ladder logic, electrical controls, and troubleshooting. - Experience with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and electrical safety practices. - Ability to read electrical schematics, technical drawings, and maintenance manuals. - Strong mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. - Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. - Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as needed. - Strong communication skills and basic computer proficiency. - Nice to Have: Associate degree in a related technical field, Journeyman Electrician Certification, experience with automated manufacturing systems, or knowledge of aseptic food processing. ## Skills - Equipment Maintenance - Mechanical Aptitude - Journeyman Electrician - Electrical Controls - Computerized Maintenance Management System CMMS - Military Experience - Reading Schematics - Technical Drawings - Problem Solving - Electrical Schematics - Mechanical Systems - Aseptic Techniques - Electrical Systems - Basic Computer Skills - Ladder Logic - Good Manufacturing Practice (Gmp) - Electrical Testing - Pneumatics - Manufacturing Plant Equipment - Relays - Electrical Maintenance - Food Safety - Attention to Detail - Maintenance - Ability to Work Independently - On-Call Coverage - Electrical Safety - Lockout/Tagout (Loto) - Communication - Journeyman Certification ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans - Tax-Advantaged Accounts ## Related - [Construction & Skilled Trades jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/construction-and-skilled-trades?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Electrical Trades jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/construction-and-skilled-trades/electrical-trades?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Electrician jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/construction-and-skilled-trades/electrical-trades/electrician?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Industrial Electrician jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/construction-and-skilled-trades/electrical-trades/electrician/industrial-electrician?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [Wisconsin](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/wisconsin?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 54269 jobs - [Food and Beverage Manufacturing](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/manufacturing/food-and-beverage-manufacturing?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 49386 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)