Maintenance Mechanic III

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic III to maintain and troubleshoot sortation controls, building systems, and production equipment. This advanced role requires mastery of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, with a strong emphasis on electrical, PLC, and sortation controls to ensure peak operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Respond to critical and emergency issues within the facility, prioritizing multiple demands and making independent decisions based on operational needs.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to Maintenance Mechanic I and II team members.
• Perform general facility repairs, including minor plumbing, electrical, lighting, painting, wall repair, doors, and dock plates.
• Assist Senior Mechanics with major repairs and tenant improvement projects; oversee third-party project completion.
• Support and perform reactive repairs and preventative maintenance on conveyors and sorter equipment, including pneumatic sub-systems.
• Troubleshoot conveyor system controls, adjust/calibrate, or repair as needed; collaborate with vendor partners to determine root causes and corrections.
• Oversee production-related issues and make necessary corrections to sortation controls.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production-related equipment, powered industrial trucks, and building equipment.
• Maintain complete inventory and cleanliness of all equipment and work areas; identify and correct safety hazards.
• Support the design and implementation of continuous improvement processes.
• Troubleshoot and perform tasks involving low and high voltage electrical and control systems (480V AC/DC), including repair or replacement of components.
• Recommend and perform installations of new or replacement facility equipment; oversee in-house and third-party installations.
• Detect, diagnose, and resolve electrical, mechanical, plumbing, heating/cooling, and equipment problems before they impact operations.
• Ensure the maintenance shop area is organized, neat, and clean; address safety hazards and spills immediately.
• Follow all safety regulations, including lockout/tagout procedures, and use safe lifting techniques.
• Oversee inventories, repairs, and clean-up of equipment and work areas daily; communicate safety issues and training requirements.
• Fabricate, design, create, or repair custom equipment using materials such as wood and metal.
• Maintain accurate records, including work order tracking, filing, and updating tools and documents (e.g., Material Safety Data Sheets).
• Read and interpret blueprints, manuals, schematics, and technical documents; prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion.
• Train new associates on operational procedures, safety equipment, and hazards.
• Communicate daily with management via completed work orders or updates; oversee small to medium-sized projects and third-party vendors.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; industrial mechanic trade school courses or certificate (e.g., electrical, controls, plumbing, welding) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years’ experience with mechanical and electrical systems, including conveyor/sortation systems in a fast-paced production environment.
• Experience with Dematic conveyors and related production equipment (e.g., Rapid Route, Flex Sort, Crown, Raymond).
• Advanced mastery of PLC and sortation control systems.
• Working knowledge of standard building codes, safety regulations, and compliance standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA, OSHA).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to follow blueprints, technical manuals, and engineering specifications.
• Strong prioritization, organizational, and decision-making skills; ability to oversee multiple tasks and train/mentor junior technicians.
• Ability to be on call and work days, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Strong computer skills for data entry, record-keeping, and work order management.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $35.00/hour to $42.00/hour, with adjustments made to comply with all state and local minimum wage requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and eligibility for an incentive program (paid in accordance with plan terms).
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k).
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization.