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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.
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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.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent is required
Technical certification, or associate degree in a related field preferred.
Experience:
At least 6 to 8 years of relevant work experience is preferred
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PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:
Typical Working Conditions:
Manufacturing warehouse environment
Equipment Used:
Industrial Machines (wood working)
Essential Physical Tasks:
(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions.)
Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, constant standing, walking, handling, grasping, talking, hearing with eye/hand/foot coordination, occasional climbing, balancing, crawling, feeling, and repetitive motions.