Maintenance Technician III

About Circle U Foods, Inc. At Circle U Foods, we’re passionate about delivering high-quality products and outstanding service. Our mission is simple: exceed expectations through innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to food safety. We’re proud of our inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and empowers our team to thrive. We strive to create an environment that drives accountability and continuous improvement. With a focus on safety, transparency, and ethical practices, we partner with our customers and stakeholders to build lasting value. Circle U Foods is more than a business—we’re a family dedicated to making a positive impact in our industry and community. Job Summary The Maintenance Technician III is the senior multi-craft technical role responsible for all Maintenance Technician I and II duties, as well as complex troubleshooting, technical problem solving, equipment reliability improvements, and mentoring. Working under the Maintenance Manager, this position provides advanced hands-on technical expertise without direct supervisory responsibility. Key Responsibilities: Perform assigned preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, cleaning, lubrication, adjustments, and routine facility maintenance according to established procedures. Inspect production equipment and facility systems; identify wear, damage, leaks, abnormal operation, and potential failures and report findings promptly. Assist with maintenance and repair of conveyors, motors, bearings, belts, chains, sprockets, scales, packaging equipment, and other plant machinery within demonstrated competency. Perform basic non-licensed facility maintenance, including lighting, plumbing, fixtures, carpentry, HVAC filter changes, and general building upkeep within authorization. Use hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and basic meters safely; follow applicable equipment isolation and lockout/tagout procedures and never work beyond training or authorization. Respond to production and facility maintenance requests, communicate equipment status and handoffs, and escalation of unsafe conditions or work beyond current qualifications. Accurately complete work orders, preventive maintenance checklists, service reports, and maintenance records in the designated system; assist with parts and tool inventory. Maintain organized workspaces and coordinate with Production, Quality, Sanitation, and other departments to protect product and equipment during maintenance. Independently diagnose and repair routine to moderately complex mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical equipment failures within training, authorization, and applicable licensing requirements. Interpret equipment manuals, mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics to identify faults, select appropriate corrective actions, and verify safe equipment operation. Troubleshoot conveyors, motors, drives, sensors, control components, and pneumatic systems; use electrical test instruments and recognize when specialized support is needed. Respond independently to production downtime events, prioritize assigned corrective maintenance, and communicate repair status and expected next steps. Investigate recurring failures, document probable root causes, and recommend preventive or corrective measures. Assist with equipment installation, changeovers, modifications, and upgrades under approved plans; perform basic fabrication and use shop equipment when trained and authorized. Provide practical guidance and task support to Technician I employees as assigned; reinforce safe methods and accurate documentation. Operate forklifts or other powered industrial trucks when required, after company training, evaluation, and authorization. Lead technical diagnosis and resolution of complex or recurring mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, controls, and facility equipment failures within authorized scope. Diagnose PLC- and automation-related faults using approved interfaces and diagnostic tools; coordinate programming changes or specialized repairs with qualified personnel or vendors when necessary. Lead technical root cause investigations, implement approved corrective actions, and evaluate whether changes reduce repeat failures and downtime. Identify and execute approved reliability improvements, preventive maintenance enhancements, and equipment optimization initiatives. Serve as a senior technical resource during significant downtime events; coordinate technical troubleshooting and communicate options, risks, and progress to the Maintenance Manager. Provide technical support for equipment installations, modifications, and capital projects, including planning, testing, documentation, and commissioning within assigned scope. Mentor and train Technician I and II employees, share troubleshooting methods, and help assess technical readiness without assuming formal supervisory authority. Take ownership of assigned technical projects, maintain detailed repair and improvement records, and recommend when outside contractors or licensed trades are required. Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: Demonstrated mastery of Maintenance Technician I and II responsibilities, including independent corrective maintenance, diagnostics, and safe equipment restoration. Approximately 7 or more years of progressive, verifiable industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience preferred, or equivalent advanced demonstrated competency. Advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, including motors, drives, controls, pneumatics, hydraulics, and equipment systems. Ability to diagnose PLC and automation-related faults and determine when specialist programming or licensed work is necessary. Demonstrated root cause analysis, technical project ownership, mentoring, and clear documentation and communication. Advanced technical certifications or applicable licenses preferred; manufacturing or food production experience preferred. Ability to obtain and maintain required powered industrial truck authorization. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Frequently stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, kneel, crouch, and crawl while working around operating equipment and facility systems. Lift and move up to 50 pounds, with assistance or mechanical aids as appropriate. Use ladders and work at heights, including elevated or rooftop locations, only when trained, equipped, and authorized; ladder work may involve heights up to 20 feet. Work in an active food manufacturing facility with moving machinery, noise, temperature variations, and required personal protective equipment. Typically work a weekday schedule of approximately 40 hours, with occasional overtime or off-hours response based on operational needs. Use forklifts, lifts, or other powered equipment only when job duties require it and applicable training, certification/evaluation, and company authorization have been completed. Other Duties: Follow food safety and quality protocols. Follow GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), housekeeping and safe work practices. Other duties as assigned. Circle U Foods offers a benefits package that includes: Company paid employee-only health (HMO), dental, vision, and life insurance. A PPO health plan is offered with a cost share. Voluntary insurance plans for short-term disability coverage, Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness. Additional voluntary life insurance policy available Accrued Paid Time Off: 0-5 years, 2 weeks; 5-10 years, 3 weeks; 10+ years 4 weeks Equal Opportunity Employer Circle U Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Conditions of Employment Eligibility to Work: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and provide appropriate documentation to complete the I-9 verification process. Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Transportation Requirement: Applicants must have reliable transportation to and from work to meet job attendance and punctuality requirements. Pre-Employment Screening: Candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug test. The pay range for this role is: 28 - 30.25 USD per hour (Corporate Office) #J-18808-Ljbffr