Lead Automation Technician - 5 Years PLC/VFD Field Service

Company: Butler Recruitment Group
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: January 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Lead Automation Technician - 5 Years PLC/VFD Field Service 5 years of experience specializing in PLC and VFD troubleshooting within industrial environments is required Diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues at customer sites, and a relevant technical degree is a strong plus for this position Up to 75% domestic and international travel via airplane and automobile Pay is up to $35 hourly Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder No remote Full-time Permanent W-2 employee Full benefits No relocation Brown Deer, Wisconsin area This full-time, permanent Lead Automation Technician - 5 Years PLC/VFD Field Service career opportunity is at a financially stable, employee-owned company that created their dynamic industry. The company gifts employees company stock. An annual discretionary bonus and a 401k Plan are provided. The company values the culture and has recently implemented their core values. They have also recently implemented their Entrepreneurial Operating System for short-term and long-term growth plans. They are proactive in the products they provide customers both now and for the future. The company has recently added a building and remodeled the existing facilities. Growth is unlimited here. The company is making flexibility a priority with potential flexible work hours and work from home possibilities. The environment is fast-paced and challenging. The work is interesting, challenging and not tedious as every machine manufactured is custom. Projects are unique and interesting. A new software conversion to SolidWorks from AutoCAD is on the horizon. The duties and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following: Participating in product installations, start-ups and repairs at the customer site and/or on the telephone Supporting customers at the customer site and on the telephone Following up with customers to ensure their satisfaction Traveling 65-75% travel to domestic locations as well as France, Chile, Columbia, Mexico and/or Canada The background of the successful candidate must include the following to be considered for this position: A 2 year degree in an electrical or maintenance related area or equivalent 5 years of electrical field service, mechanical field service and/or industrial maintenance experience Experience troubleshooting PLCs and variable frequency drives Ability to do up to 75% domestic and international travel via airplane and automobile Possess a valid passport and a valid drivers license A solid work history A US citizen or possess a green card A residence within 45 minutes

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