Maintenance Technician III

I.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician III is a senior-level technician and subject matter expert within the Maintenance Department. This position is responsible for leading complex troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and high-level repairs on plant equipment and systems. A Tech III demonstrates advanced technical knowledge across all maintenance disciplines and plays a key role in mentoring Tech I and Tech II staff, driving continuous improvement, and supporting equipment reliability strategies across the facility.

This role requires independent decision-making, leadership on projects, and collaboration with both the Maintenance Manager and cross-functional departments.

II.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

* Lead advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.

* Serve as a lead technician on critical repair work and major equipment overhauls.

* Coordinate and execute predictive and preventive maintenance tasks to minimize unplanned downtime.

* Mentor and provide hands-on training to Tech I and Tech II team members.

* Support planning and execution of capital improvement projects and equipment installations.

* Collaborate with Engineering and Production to improve equipment performance and reliability.

* Perform precision alignment, calibration, and instrumentation tasks.

* Interpret complex technical documents, wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.

* Lead root cause failure analysis and implement long-term corrective actions.

* Ensure maintenance activities comply with all safety and environmental standards.

* Manage CMMS documentation for critical repairs and equipment history tracking.

* Support spare parts identification and procurement through collaboration with Maintenance Planner or Inventory Coordinator.

* Recommend and help implement process improvements and standard work instructions.

III.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Technical certification, or associate degree in a related field preferred.

Experience:

At least 6 to 8 years of relevant work experience is preferred

V.

PHYSICAL

DESCRIPTION:

Typical

Working Conditions:

Manufacturing warehouse environment

Equipment Used:

Industrial Machines (wood working)

Essential Physical Tasks:

(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions.)

Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, constant standing, walking, handling, grasping, talking, hearing with eye/hand/foot coordination, occasional climbing, balancing, crawling, feeling, and repetitive motions.