Maintenance Technician

Job Title: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC III - 2nd Shift


Posting Start Date: 7/1/26


At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Description:


Job Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic III is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and improvements on all plant equipment. This includes mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving equipment issues, working independently, and being a key part of a high-performing maintenance team in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting
  
  • Maintain, diagnose, and repair plant equipment, including:
    • Mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
    • Safety devices and related machinery
    
    
    
  • Troubleshoot equipment failures independently and recommend corrective actions.
  • Reduce equipment downtime by quickly identifying issues and implementing repairs.
  • Use PLC information (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Direct Logic) to troubleshoot equipment.
  • Perform industrial electrical wiring (low voltage up to 480V, 3-phase).
  
  
  
  Preventive Maintenance & Improvements
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and properly document all activities.
  • Calibrate and adjust equipment to ensure consistent quality.
  • Identify improvements that reduce costs, improve productivity, or enhance equipment performance.
  • Support continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility.
  
  
  
  Documentation & Compliance
  • Use company software to track PMs and maintain accurate maintenance records.
  • Follow all safety rules, policies, regulations, and company standards.
  • Maintain clean and organized work areas, equipment, and tools.
  
  
  
  Teamwork & Communication
  • Communicate openly with supervisors on matters that impact production and equipment.
  • Work cooperatively with management, co-workers, internal customers, and vendors.
  • Assist with other duties as assigned by management.
  
  
  

This is a 2nd shift position Monday to Friday.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Technical Skills

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings , technical manuals, and instructions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and logical troubleshooting approach.
• Able to operate facility equipment (compressors, boilers, fire systems, etc.).
• Knowledge of basic math needed for maintenance tasks.
• Proficient using computers, spreadsheets, reporting tools, and documentation systems.

Work Behaviors & Capabilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Able to prioritize work based on production needs.
• Good judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work safely, follow policies, and adhere to PPE requirements.
• Reliable attendance; may require irregular shifts or on-call coverage.
• Proactive in improving skills, job knowledge, and work practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and relevant work experience.
• Journeyman electrician license is a plus , but not required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Remain in a stationary position while troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
Regularly move about to access different parts of the plant and when transporting parts, equipment and sections of conveyor weighing up to 40 pounds.
Move and position products when installing and repairing motors, gearboxes, and conveyors weighing up to 40 pounds.
Position products on pallets/carts and maneuver gearboxes and motors requiring up to 85 pounds of force.
Position oneself to access lower levels of equipment when repairing, trouble shooting, or installing parts.
Reach forward and overhead when accessing various areas of equipment.
Ascend/descend stairs/ladders to access and work atop conveyors, using scissor and boom lifts, and when trouble shooting and hanging conveyors.
Operate, position, and use a wide variety of hand tools and equipment, as well as a computer keyboard and mouse.
Perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels and can exchange detailed information.
Move about the manufacturing facility to observe and effectively communicate with team members and perform job duties.
Visually observe and interact with associates and equipment in the plant setting.


ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Manufacturing plant setting with exposure to:

• High, confined, or elevated locations
• Loud noise, moving parts, and extreme heat
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Potential exposure to chemicals

Must always work safely and follow established protocols.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork


ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

COMPENSATION
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $58,400 - $87,600 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

BENEFITS
A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com . If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.

Job Locations:

8000 PURFOY ROAD
FUQUAY - VARINA, North Carolina 27526
United States

Posting City: FUQUAY - VARINA


Job Country: United States


Travel Required: None


Requisition ID: 151007


Workplace Type: Onsite


External Careers Page: Manufacturing