Maintenance Tech III

Under limited supervision, performs highly skilled, complex maintenance and repair work requiring substantial experience, technical expertise, and independent judgment. Performs related duties as assigned, with a focus on refrigeration maintenance and machine repair.

Duties Include but are not limited to:

• Perform advanced preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment, refrigeration systems, and facility infrastructure
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control system issues, including PLC-controlled equipment
• Maintain and service food processing equipment such as washers, peelers, dicing and slicing machines, juice extraction, and bottling systems
• Maintain refrigeration systems, coordinate preventive maintenance schedules, and work with outside refrigeration contractors as needed
• Install, modify, fabricate, and repair mechanical components, piping, structures, and equipment using appropriate materials and tools
• Conduct electrical installations, repairs, testing, and maintenance of equipment, controls, and facility systems
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to restore functionality and minimize production downtime
• Proactively manage preventive maintenance (PM) programs using CMMS, including scheduling, work order completion, and documentation
• Track labor hours, parts, materials, and maintenance activities accurately within CMMS and maintenance logs
• Purchase supplies, tools, and materials necessary to complete maintenance and repair projects
• Perform general construction, building repairs, and preventative facility maintenance as required
• Conduct regular safety inspections, shift rounds, and system performance checks to identify and address potential issues
• Operate company vehicles, stationary machinery, and a variety of hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and testing instruments safely
• Lead, train, and provide technical guidance to Maintenance Technicians and other assigned personnel
• Support in-house projects and complete non-maintenance work requests as assigned

Perform other related duties consistent with the scope of the position

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience working as a maintenance mechanic in an industrial setting.
• Current valid driver’s license
• PLC control panel background for processing and conveyed equipment
• Working knowledge of refrigeration repair/maintenance
• Ability to work OT, weekends or Holidays as requested by management or required to complete necessary repairs or special projects
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs frequently
• Ability to work in a refrigerated warehouse for up to 8 hours at a time
• Ability to work in the outdoor elements as the job needs arise
• Food processing background is a definite plus
• Basic computer use proficiency (Microsoft Outlook, CMMS systems, etc.)
• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and controls systems

Licensing and Certification a Plus but not Required:

• Boiler License
• Refrigeration License
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification
• Confined Space trained and compliant\
• PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) trained and/or certified

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

This is a safety-sensitive position.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

We do not provide H1-B sponsorships at this time.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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