Traveling Maintenance Technician

About Us: At Nelson-Jameson, we’ve been a trusted partner in the food manufacturing industry since 1947. We provide high-quality products and innovative solutions that help businesses maintain top standards in quality, safety, and compliance. As a family-owned company, we believe in accountability, teamwork, and growth—for our people and the business. We take pride in our close-knit, supportive culture where every team member has a voice and the chance to grow.

If you're looking for a rewarding career with a team that works hard and stays optimistic, we’d love to have you join us.

Location & Travel: Marshfield, WI with Regional Travel (Primarily Wisconsin, Minnesota, & Midwest) with some national travel.

Job Summary: As an Industrial Maintenance Field Technician, you’ll be responsible for on-site installation, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on sanitary processing and utility equipment at customer facilities. This role involves traveling around 50% of the time to customer facilities primarily across the Midwest with occasional national trips. This hands‑on role is ideal for mechanically inclined professionals who enjoy solving technical challenges, working independently, and ensuring equipment operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with food industry standards.

Success in this role requires a team‑oriented mindset, a flexible schedule, adaptability, and a willingness to learn and grow in a fast‑paced environment. We’re looking for someone who is ambitious, retains knowledge well, and takes pride in supporting the reliability of food manufacturing systems that help produce safe, high‑quality food.

If you’re interested in part‑time or as‑needed work, please contact Shane Krieger at

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment in food processing facilities.
• Perform emergency repairs and planned maintenance per manufacturer guidelines.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, and P&.
• Maintain service records and update preventive maintenance schedules.
• Follow all Nelson-Jameson and customer‑site safety and food safety programs.
• Assist plant personnel and support warehouse/inventory operations when needed.
• Troubleshoot vending equipment with appropriate training or team support.
• Operate various forklifts and handling equipment (order pickers, pallet jacks, etc.).
• Represent Nelson‑Jameson professionally at all customer locations.

Requirements:

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  Strong working knowledge of mechanics and equipment repair. Familiarity with pumps, valves, conveyor systems, heat exchangers, basic electrical troubleshooting, or related items.
• Travel:
  Ability and willingness to travel to customer sites 50% of the time (primarily regionally across Wisconsin, Minnesota, & Midwest but also to other regions of the U.S.). Overnights and occasional weekends as required. Must possess a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Physical:
  Ability and willingness to work in variable environments, including ladders, wet floors, and occasional exposure to chemicals or noise. Wear PPE as required.

Preferred:

• Education:
  
  Post‑secondary technical education or relevant certifications.
• Experience:
  
  4+ years of experience as a maintenance mechanic in the food or beverage industry.
• Understanding of sanitary processing equipment and/or pharmaceutical standards.
• Experience with PLCs, instrumentation, and automation systems.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently.

Why Nelson-Jameson? At Nelson-Jameson, we offer more than just a job; we provide an opportunity to grow and succeed within a family‑owned company that values innovation, collaboration, and hard work. You’ll be part of a trusted industry leader, working alongside passionate professionals who are dedicated to making a difference.

As a golden rule company, we strive to maintain a culture of honesty, integrity, and kindness. Our organization is committed to operating ethically and respecting people, our community, and the environment. With us, you’ll become part of a hard‑working team that takes pride in providing safe,…