Plant Equipment Reliability Technician III

Let’s keep it simple: we need a reliability-focused pro who starts with safety and ends with uptime. You’ll maintain a broad range of production and plant systems, complete scheduled inspections on machines and facilities, and jump on maintenance requests as they come in—always with quality and policy compliance in mind.

Safety First, Always

• Follow all company health and safety procedures—no exceptions.
• Use LOTO, HAZCOM, PPE, Confined Space, and all applicable Company, State, and Federal safety programs.

Core Scope

• Maintenance for a wide variety of production equipment and plant assets.
• Routine machine/equipment/building inspections and repairs.
• Timely completion of assigned maintenance requests across disciplines.

Progression and Responsibilities

Level 1

• Lead by example in safety, quality, and policy adherence.
• Operate power tools, hand tools, and basic electrical test equipment safely.
• Follow all safety rules and departmental procedures.
• Execute preventive maintenance and minor repairs as assigned.
• Assist maintenance teammates as directed.
• Detect, document, and report abnormal machine conditions and faulty components.
• Apply LOTO/HAZCOM/PPE/Confined Space and other safety programs every time.
• Help train other maintenance staff when needed.
• Perform PMs aligned with your current skill level.
• Complete other tasks assigned by the Supervisor or Department Assistant.

Level 2

• All Level 1 duties, plus:
• 2+ years technical training and 3+ years experience (or equivalent).
• Confidently read mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Support maintenance technicians and machine operators.
• Troubleshoot with defined problem-solving methods.
• Provide data and feedback to engineering; participate in beta tests for projects.
• Work with machine service engineers; escalate unusual issues for resolution.
• Follow emergency procedures for power failures.
• Demonstrate proficiency in basic mechanical or electrical work.
• Perform basic welding when required.

Level 3

• All Level 1–2 duties, plus:
• 2+ years technical training and 5+ years experience (or equivalent).
• Proactively detect, document, report, and close out equipment issues.
• Troubleshoot/repair using mechanical and electrical prints; recommend design improvements.
• Demonstrate strong competence in standard mechanical and electrical tasks.
• Serve as an expert resource to engineering on projects.
• Author new PM procedures and manage them through document control.

What You’ll Need

• English communication skills, written and verbal.
• Forklift experience.
• Understanding of press operations.
• Knowledge of quality requirements and ISO 9001:2015 procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, and work instructions.
• Familiarity with company policies, shop standards, and safety rules.
• HVAC/refrigeration knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and kneel repeatedly; lift up to 50 lbs and handle cumbersome items.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation, 401K, LTD, STD