Maintenance Technician III

About the position

Position Summary A leading, well-established manufacturing company in the Oxford, NC area is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician III to support plant operations. This is a senior-level, multi-craft role responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency. This position is ideal for a technician who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and has strong mechanical, electrical, and controls experience . Key Responsibilities Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of mechanical and electrical systems on production equipment Maintain and repair components such as motors, conveyors, pumps, valves, bearings, gearboxes, and air systems Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems , including 3-phase power, motor controls, VFDs, and PLCs Perform and document preventive maintenance using CMMS Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergency repairs quickly to minimize downtime Identify root causes of recurring issues and implement long-term corrective actions Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals Perform light fabrication, machining, and welding as needed Ensure compliance with all safety procedures (LOTO, PPE, confined space, etc.) Partner with production teams to improve equipment reliability Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Lean/Kaizen) Mentor junior technicians as needed Qualifications Associate's degree or technical certification in a related field (or equivalent experience) 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment Strong experience with: Mechanical systems (bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes) Electrical systems (3-phase, motors, controls) PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley or similar preferred) Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) Experience using CMMS systems Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks Willingness to work overtime and/or be on-call as needed Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Frequent standing, bending, climbing, and working at heights Ability to work in a manufacturing environment Why This Opportunity? Stable and growing manufacturing company Competitive compensation + bonus potential Opportunity to work on advanced equipment Strong team-oriented culture Career growth opportunities

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