Industrial Maintenance Technician III
About The Position
The Maintenance III Technician is the site's senior-level maintenance position, responsible for performing and overseeing facility and equipment maintenance, repairs, installations, and removals. The role helps ensure equipment is safe, functional, and operating efficiently, supporting safe operations, production uptime, and regulatory compliance through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic work. The technician works independently with minimal supervision and may assist with training less experienced maintenance personnel. The position works the night shift Tuesday through Saturday, 6:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., in an industrial or warehouse environment. After-hours on-call support and occasional overtime may be required based on facility needs. PLA is a national supply chain solutions provider headquartered in Dallas, Texas, operating more than 76 facilities and employing more than 3,500 team members across 23 states.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of industrial, warehouse, or manufacturing maintenance experience.
- Arc and/or MIG welding certification.
- Electrical certification or license.
- Valid driver's license.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical systems from 24V through 480V three-phase, PLC/IFM controls, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
- Computer proficiency for preventive maintenance processing, inventory, email, and maintenance software.
- Availability for on-call after-hours breakdowns.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb throughout the shift.
- Ability to work in non-climate-controlled areas and at heights, use ladders, and operate tools and equipment safely.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or trade school certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on facility and production equipment, including SMETCO and Palmatic machinery, forklifts, yard trucks, compressors, and production tools.
- Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum systems.
- Wire, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems from 24V DC through 480V AC three-phase.
- Read PLC, IFM, and electrical schematics and install and troubleshoot photo sensor logic.
- Perform arc and MIG welding and metal fabrication.
- Install and remove equipment as needed.
- Maintain HVAC, lighting, and building and grounds.
- Process preventive maintenance work orders on time in computer-based maintenance systems and keep equipment, forklift, and inspection logs current.
- Keep forklift certifications current and enforce safety and environmental policies.
- Manage spare parts inventory, source parts, obtain quotes, and coordinate with vendors.
- Assist with training less experienced maintenance personnel.
- Communicate professionally with management, operations, and vendors.
Benefits
- Daily pay option.
- Weekly pay.
- Paid time off.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account with company contributions of up to $750 annually.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match.
- Prescription drug coverage.
- Free basic life insurance and AD&D coverage.
- Voluntary short-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Voluntary legal and identity theft services.
- Pet insurance.
- LifeMart employee discounts.
- Dell Employee Purchase Program discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
