MAINTENANCE MECHANIC III - Night Shift

Job Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic III is responsible for supporting the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of plant equipment, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. This role works closely with senior maintenance staff and supervision to ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and maintain a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

This is a great opportunity for a hands‑on maintenance professional looking to grow technical expertise and take on increasing responsibility within an industrial setting.

Schedule

Monday to Friday
10:00 pm - 06:30 am  
Overtime as required

Job Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function.

   

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of plant equipment, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

   

• Troubleshoot and support PLC‑controlled equipment (Allen‑Bradley or similar) under guidance or established procedures

   

• Diagnose equipment issues and assist in identifying root causes of failures

   

• Perform electrical work from low voltage up through 480V, 3‑phase industrial systems, following safety standards

   

• Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities to reduce equipment downtime

   

• Assist with equipment adjustments, calibration, and setup to ensure quality production

   

• Make recommendations for minor equipment improvements and reliability enhancements

   

• Utilize company maintenance software (CMMS) to document work orders, PMs, and repairs

   

• Maintain good housekeeping practices and keep work areas, equipment, and tools clean and organized

   

• Follow all company safety rules, policies, and procedures

   

• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and production personnel

   

• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance; may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, or overtime as needed

   

• This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict tasks that may be assigned.

 

 

Marginal Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned by maintenance supervision or management

• Assist senior mechanics on complex repairs and improvement projects

   

What your background should look like

Minimum Experience, Education, and Certification

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience (or equivalent combination of experience and technical education)
• Technical degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, Mechanical, or related field preferred
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Injection molding experience is a plus, but not required

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

An individual qualified for this position must be able to:

• Read and interpret basic to intermediate electrical drawings and schematics
• Demonstrate troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electrical systems
• Operate facility equipment such as compressors and building systems, as assigned
• Identify problems, collect troubleshooting data, and assist in determining corrective actions
• Accurately perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)
• Use a PC and basic software tools, including spreadsheets and maintenance systems
• Follow written and verbal instructions and complete required documentation
• Apply a logical, safety‑focused approach to troubleshooting and repair
• Work independently on routine tasks and collaboratively on more complex issues
• Communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers, supervisors, and internal customers
• Maintain attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
• Wear and utilize required PPE at all times
• Perform work safely and in compliance with all policies and regulations

 

Physical Demands

The physical demands desc