Facilities Technician III

Description

Purpose:


Facilities Technician III performs advanced diagnostics, repairs, and system-level troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, dock equipment, and automation-support systems.


Overview:

This senior-level technician resolves complex equipment breakdowns, leads root cause analysis, supports capital projects, and provides technical direction to lower-level technicians. The role ensures continuous operational efficiency and reliability in a fast-paced distribution setting.


Responsibilities:

• Diagnose advanced electrical issues including controls, relays, circuits, and panel faults.
• Perform advanced HVAC work including refrigeration support, brazing, refrigerant checks (when licensed), heating issues, and component replacement.
• Rebuild pumps, motors, gearboxes, pneumatic systems, and mechanical assemblies.
• Conduct advanced dock door and dock leveler repairs including operator systems.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations for recurring facility failures.
• Execute technical tasks on conveyors, automation support equipment, and mechanical systems.
• Train and mentor Tech I and II technicians.
• Support capital project installations and large-scale maintenance efforts.
• Maintain CMMS documentation with detailed failure notes and recommendations.
• Ensure full safety compliance including advanced LOTO and electrical safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we are seeking:

• High technical competency in facility maintenance.
• Ability to lead large repairs and mentor junior staff.
• Strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret complex schematics and plans.
• High level of ownership and reliability.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school preferred.
• 5+ years facility or industrial maintenance experience.
• Advanced troubleshooting experience in multi-system environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, LOTO, NFPA 70E.Willingness to grow into more advanced technical work.

Certifications Required:

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.
• LOTO training.
• Trade certifications (HVAC, electrical, mechanical) strongly preferred.

Work Environment:

• Must be able to stand for a minimum of 8 hours and maintain active for long periods of time.
• Able to work in cold warehouse environment (36°F - 38°F).
• Ability to stand, crouch and climb to perform repairs, use ladders, and perform various types of manual labor.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as needed

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.