Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a highly skilled Maintenance Technician III to join our advanced manufacturing team. This is an expert-level role responsible for ensuring the optimal functionality of complex industrial machinery through high-level diagnostics, automation troubleshooting, and engineering collaboration. The ideal candidate is a "fixer" who can operate independently to resolve technical bottlenecks and maintain production continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Automation & PLC Leadership: Read, edit, monitor, and modify PLC ladder logic to optimize machine performance and minimize downtime.
• Advanced Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair complex hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems (up to 480v) using schematics and technical manuals.
• Strategic Maintenance: Execute scheduled PMs and visually test assigned equipment to detect malfunctions before failure occurs.
• Mechanical Installation: Lay out, assemble, and install pipe systems, gauges, valves, and pressure regulators; perform full machine installations and moves.
• Technical Mentorship: Assist Level I and II technicians in diagnosing malfunctions and serve as a technical lead for maintenance projects.
• System Management: Utilize MRP systems to enter work order data, track project activities, and requisition parts as needed.
• Safety Excellence: Adhere to all required safety protocols, properly wear PPE, and maintain a hazard-free workstation in accordance with company standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 5+ years of advanced experience in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep proficiency in hydraulic/pneumatic systems, 480v electrical power, and PLC ladder logic.
• Critical Thinking: Problem-solving skills with the ability to discuss variations with supervisors to diagnose complex mechanical issues.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to handle physical demands, including standing, climbing, and lifting up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; technical certifications or vocational training preferred.

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salary: $62,400 - $72,800 per year
shift: Third
work hours: 10 PM - 6:30 AM
education: No Degree Required

Responsibilities

Essential Duties

• Diagnostic & Technical Repair: Troubleshoots and repairs complex hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems using schematics. Perform machine installations, moves, and building maintenance as required.
• Automation & Controls: Responsible for reading, editing, monitoring, and modifying PLC ladder logic to ensure optimal machine performance.
• Preventative Maintenance: Executes scheduled PMs, visually inspecting and testing machinery to detect malfunctions before failure. Assists Level I and II technicians with advanced diagnostics.
• System Maintenance: Lays out, assembles, and installs pipe systems. Maintains and replaces gauges, valves, and pressure regulators.
• Operational Support: Manages equipment work orders daily, ensuring all data is entered accurately into the MRP system for tracking. Coordinates and tracks project list activities.
• Procurement: Requisitions necessary parts and components to minimize downtime.
• Safety & Compliance: Adheres to all plant safety protocols, including the proper use of PPE and maintaining a clean, hazard-free workstation.
• Flexibility: Remains available for assigned shifts, mandatory overtime, and after-hours meetings to support 24/7 production needs

The essential functions of this role include:

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 8 hours at one time
• working up to 10 hrs of overtime per week
• working weekends

Skills

• Electronic Maintenance
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Product Inspection
• Blueprint Reading
• Electrical

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 5 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.