Maintenance & Facilities Technician III

Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment.

• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Lubricates and cleans parts.
• Starts devices to test their performance.
• Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Initiates purchase order for parts and machines.
• Repairs electrical equipment and 120 V electrical connections.
• Run and connect electrical wires for 120v and 480v.
• Troubleshoot and repair production and building equipment.
• Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and repair work on facility mechanical, electrical, and other installed systems.
• Perform facility inspections, prepare and submit reports of conditions in the building, and recommend actions to be taken.
• Support any building needs and activities as required.
• Update and maintain PM records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, and ten (10) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Certified 480 V 3 Phase to as low as 5 VDC.
• Skilled in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry.
• Ability to troubleshoot (diagnose and repair issues) with overall supervision.
• Knowledge and experience in using power tools to perform repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Clear communication with supervisors and others to report issues/updates.
• Efficient with prioritization of multiple maintenance tasks with deadlines.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; outdoor weather conditions, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold (non-weather); extreme heat (non-weather), and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required