Maintenance Mechanic III- 3rd Shift, Hanover, MD. Campus (46075)

Maintenance Mechanic III

Maintenance Mechanic III

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

Pay Range: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour

Experience Required: 5+ years in maintenance with leadership experience.

Certifications: Advanced PLC certification, leadership training.

Maintenance Mechanic III is a senior-level role responsible for leading complex troubleshooting, overseeing major repairs and installations, and mentoring junior mechanics. This role requires a deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems. Mechanic III acts as a technical leader and may serve as a shift lead for the maintenance department.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair high-level mechanical, electrical, and control system issues
• Lead equipment rebuilds and major overhauls
• Perform diagnostics on PLC systems and recommend/control adjustments
• Assist with capital projects, equipment commissioning, and layout planning
• Maintain CMMS records and review performance metrics to drive improvements
• Mentor and train Mechanic I & II technicians; conduct hands-on demos and evaluations
• Review SOPs, participate in process improvement and lean initiatives
• Interface with vendors and OEM technicians during installations or warranty work
• Promote and model safe work practices; lead incident investigations if needed
• Participate in on-the-job training and technical coursework is required.
• Able to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Electrical (run wire, build controls, etc)
• CMMS training.
• Leadership training.
• Lean training.
• SOP training.
• Projects training.
• Electronic control board training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Trade School or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in food, beverage, or similar setting
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and PLC ladder logic
• Demonstrated leadership or team lead experience
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms and documentation
• Ability to work in varying temperature conditions.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Candidate must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug test, and background screen.

Preferred:

• Associates degree or certificate in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or similar
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs or HMI systems
• OSHA 30 or equivalent leadership safety training
• Spanish language skills (useful for training and communication)

Holly Poultry, Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.