Maintenance Technician III

Cushman & Wakefield•New York, NY

3d•$34 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician III is a leadership-driven role focused on conveyor maintenance. This position requires mechanical expertise to ensure system reliability, lead investigations into repeat failures, and execute complex repairs. The role also involves leading preventive maintenance efforts, enforcing standards, and analyzing data to identify risks. Continuous optimization of the site's conveyor systems, including identifying inefficiencies and leading improvement projects, is a key responsibility. Strong communication and technical leadership skills are essential for collaborating with operations, maintenance leadership, and controls teams. Safety leadership, including modeling adherence to safety protocols and promoting a safety-first culture, is paramount. The technician will take ownership of shift performance, prioritize tasks effectively, and guide other technicians. Professionalism, reliability, and accountability are expected in all interactions and tasks.

Requirements

Mechanical Expertise & System Reliability
Lead root-cause investigations
Identify mechanical vulnerabilities
Execute complex mechanical repairs
Preventive Maintenance Leadership & Standards Enforcement
Analyze PM data
Champion PM accuracy (95%+)
Develop and refine PM procedures
Train other Techs on equipment behavior, wear indicators, and proper PM execution
Site Improvement & Continuous Optimization
Lead small improvement projects
Collaborate with operations
Recommend parts, design changes, or process adjustments
Track recurring issues and drive long-term corrective actions
Communication, Coordination & Technical Leadership
Provide clear, actionable communication
Deliver high-quality work orders, shift handoff notes, and CMMS entries
Reduce unnecessary escalations by accurately diagnosing mechanical vs. controls symptoms
Coordinate with operations during breakdowns
Serve as the go-to resource for technical questions from junior technicians
Safety Leadership & Culture Building
Model uncompromising adherence to LOTO and all safety protocols
Intervene immediately when unsafe behavior is observed
Lead or support toolbox talks, safety walks, and hazard-spotting initiatives
Promote a culture where safety is prioritized over speed or convenience
Ownership, Autonomy & Shift Leadership
Take full ownership of shift performance
Prioritize tasks effectively
Guide other Techs through troubleshooting steps, PM tasks, and repair strategies
Maintain a calm, solution-focused presence
Demonstrate readiness to step into lead-level responsibilities
Professionalism & Team Influence
Build strong working relationships
Set the tone for professionalism, reliability, and accountability
Encourage a positive, collaborative environment
Show initiative in addressing site-wide issues
Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and follow-through

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary mechanical authority on Spirals, Sorters, MDRs, belts, merges, diverts, and accumulation zones.
Lead root-cause investigations to eliminate repeat failures and improve long-term system reliability.
Identify mechanical vulnerabilities across the site and proactively recommend improvements.
Drive rapid recovery during breakdowns by coordinating tasks, guiding other techs, and restoring flow efficiently.
Execute complex mechanical repairs with precision, ensuring equipment returns to optimal performance.
Set the standard for PM quality, ensuring all tasks are completed with zero missed items.
Analyze PM data to identify patterns, emerging risks, and areas needing redesign or adjustment.
Champion PM accuracy (95%+) and hold the team accountable to the same standard.
Develop and refine PM procedures to improve clarity, efficiency, and effectiveness.
Train other Techs on equipment behavior, wear indicators, and proper PM execution.
Actively seek out inefficiencies, recurring jams, and mechanical weak points across the conveyor system, Sorters, Spirals.
Lead small improvement projects focused on uptime, jam reduction, and equipment reliability.
Collaborate with operations to identify workflow issues and propose mechanical solutions.
Recommend parts, design changes, or process adjustments that enhance system performance.
Track recurring issues and drive long-term corrective actions, not just short-term fixes.
Provide clear, actionable communication to operations, maintenance leadership, and controls teams.
Deliver high-quality work orders, shift handoff notes, and CMMS entries that support decision-making.
Reduce unnecessary escalations by accurately diagnosing mechanical vs. controls symptoms.
Coordinate with operations during breakdowns to manage expectations and maintain safe workflow.
Serve as the go-to resource for technical questions from junior technicians.
Model uncompromising adherence to LOTO and all safety protocols.
Intervene immediately when unsafe behavior is observed and coach others toward safer habits.
Lead or support toolbox talks, safety walks, and hazard-spotting initiatives.
Promote a culture where safety is prioritized over speed or convenience.
Take full ownership of shift performance, ensuring uptime meets or exceeds site targets.
Prioritize tasks effectively during high-volume periods or multiple simultaneous breakdowns.
Guide other Techs through troubleshooting steps, PM tasks, and repair strategies.
Maintain a calm, solution-focused presence during high-pressure situations.
Demonstrate readiness to step into lead-level responsibilities when required.
Build strong working relationships with operations, controls, and leadership teams.
Set the tone for professionalism, reliability, and accountability within the maintenance team.
Encourage a positive, collaborative environment where technicians feel supported and challenged.
Show initiative in addressing site-wide issues, not just assigned tasks.
Maintain consistent attendance, punctuality, and follow-through