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WUS - Maintenance Team Lead

WIOSS Automation Solutions LP -
Belvidere, IL

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Job Details

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Gym membership
Safety equipment provided
Life insurance

Qualifications

Project team coordination
Managing maintenance teams
PLC-based control system operation
Millwright
Maintaining an organized workspace
Electro-mechanical components
Safety protocol adherence
Team supervision
Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
Interpreting technical drawings
Operations coordination planning
Field engineering on-site equipment repair
5S
Electrical schematic reading and interpretation
Power transmission system maintenance
Supervising experience
Electrical motors
Electrical equipment corrective maintenance
Electrical layout diagram interpretation
Automated systems
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Safety equipment
Power tools
Electrical control system maintenance
Electrical maintenance
Clean workspace maintenance
Hand tools
Task assignment
Technical Proficiency
Material handling equipment maintenance

Full Job Description

Job Title: WUS Maintenance Team Lead

We offer you:

(3) Bonus opportunities
Health insurance, AD&D
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Dental insurance
Full vision insurance coverage
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Leave of absence support program
Accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Legal insurance
Discounted gym memberships
Discounts on services/products
Blue365 health & wellness discounts
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Telehealth services

Your role in our team:

As a Regional Maintenance Team Lead for the US Walmart Account at WITRON, you will support the Maintenance Supervisor by coordinating technician activities and providing advanced hands‑on troubleshooting across multiple sites. You will help execute high‑priority maintenance tasks, refurbishments, commissioning support, and improvement initiatives while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption. As a key technical resource in the field, you will guide technicians, support task planning, communicate job status to leadership, and maintain strong documentation and safety standards during regional assignments.

Ideal candidate profile:

You are an experienced electromechanical technician with strong troubleshooting abilities and a solid understanding of automated systems. You excel in dynamic, multi‑site environments and are comfortable supporting teams through technical guidance, coordination, and problem‑solving. You value structured planning, safety, and clear communication when working within live operations. Adaptable, organized, and improvement‑minded, you lead by example, maintain strong documentation habits, and contribute to a collaborative team culture while supporting the execution of regional maintenance priorities.

Qualifications:

Post‑secondary technical training or vocational certification (e.g., Industrial Electrician, Millwright, or related trade)

Skills/Experience Required:

2+ years experience as an Electromechanical Technician (automated or industrial environment)
Proven ability to coordinate technicians and organize work activities during special assignments
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with strong attention to detail and effective problem‑solving abilities
Proven ability to learn new tasks quickly and apply practical technical judgment
Strong proficiency with PCs and digital systems, including maintenance or operational software
Consistent commitment to safety, responsibility, and professional work practices
Experience working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, operational demands, and varying shift schedules
Strong work habits that support maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient workspace
Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing automated systems (e.g., conveyors, cranes, hoists)
Skilled in mechanical repairs and use of hand/power tools (a must)
Familiarity with AC systems up to 600/400/480 volts and DC systems up to 24 volts
Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, symbols, and electrical measuring tools
Knowledge of electrical/mechanical drive technology (e.g., motors and gears)
Familiarity with control technology (e.g., controls, inverters)
Basic understanding of PLC logic
Ability to work at heights up to 100 feet (30 meters) with training and PPE, such as fall protection harness
Ability to work in temperature conditions ranging from 55°F to -15°F (13°C to -26°C), (PPE provided)
Experience working different shifts in response to operational requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate technician activities during regional assignments; set task priorities under Supervisor guidance
Support execution of high‑priority maintenance work (refurbishments, component replacements, upgrades, commissioning support)
Perform advanced troubleshooting and mechanical/electrical repairs on automated systems
Use PLC/HMI/diagnostic tools for fault analysis and verification of corrective actions
Communicate plans, progress, issues, and risks to the Maintenance Supervisor and onsite leadership
Ensure accurate, timely documentation of work in the CMMS and required reporting tools
Uphold and promote safety, compliance, and 5S across all working areas and sites
Monitor system performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements to reduce downtime
Ensure proper use and accountability of tools, spare parts, and project materials
Provide on‑the‑job guidance and mentoring to technicians; support knowledge sharing and best practices
Collaborate with cross‑functional and onsite teams to minimize operational disruption during work
Provide operational support to onsite teams as required during regional interventions
Travel up to 100% as required to support projects and onsite teams
Perform other duties as assigned

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