Maintenance Technician III

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.

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.