Industrial Maintenance Mechanic III

Mezzetta•American Canyon, CA

3d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic III is a senior-level technician responsible for performing complex mechanical and electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automated production equipment in a high-speed food manufacturing environment. This role provides advanced technical support, mentors junior mechanics, and plays a key role in minimizing downtime and ensuring operational reliability.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably food/beverage.
Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to interpret technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
Experience using CMMS and working within GMP and HACCP-regulated environments.
Able to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, work in elevated areas, and in hot/cold/wet environments.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb stairs, and work from elevated platforms for extended periods.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in confined spaces and heights as needed.
May be required to use a worker cage or lift equipment to access high, elevated areas.
Use of PPE (gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.) required.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or trade school degree.
Welding/fabrication experience.
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement practices.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, including motors, pumps, valves, conveyors, and packaging machinery.
Lead and execute complex equipment rebuilds, installations, and overhauls with minimal supervision.
Diagnose issues with PLCs, VFDs, and control systems and coordinate with electricians or automation teams for programming support.
Serve as a lead mechanic on shift, guiding lower-level technicians and coordinating urgent work orders.
Execute and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs using CMMS.
Fabricate and modify machine parts as needed using hand tools, welding equipment, and machining tools.
Follow GMPs, safety standards, and sanitation procedures; support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective actions.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and parts usage documentation.
Support training and onboarding of Maintenance I and II mechanics.