Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Level 3 Maintenance Technician (Working Lead) to join our manufacturing facility team. The Level 3 Maintenance Technician is the senior technical resource for the maintenance department. The position leads complex troubleshooting and repairs, applies a thorough understanding of CNC machine controls, performs root-cause analysis, and completes machine upgrades. The Level 3 Technician trains and develops Level 1 and Level 2 technicians, models safe work practices including lockout/tagout, and is available on-call to respond when critical equipment is down.
Responsibilities
- Lead complex troubleshooting and repairs, including spindle rebuilds, machine controls, and precision alignments.
- Diagnose issues, create repair plans, and read and interpret schematics and technical manuals.
- Perform process improvement and root-cause analysis to prevent recurring failures and reduce downtime.
- Plan and complete machine upgrades and modifications.
- Train and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 technicians, building bench strength across the department.
- Serve as the technical escalation point for the team on difficult repairs.
- Help maintain maintenance records, schedules, and preventive maintenance (PM) plans.
- Perform routine, intermediate, and advanced maintenance tasks across all department equipment.
- Troubleshoot servo drives, ball screws, lubrication systems, and alignments.
- Correctly apply lockout/tagout and all plant safety procedures, and model safe practices for the team.
- Respond to on-call emergencies for equipment-down situations as needed.
- Help evaluate maintenance processes and recommend practical improvements, tooling, or upgrades that reduce downtime and errors.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Apply a thorough understanding of CNC machine controls to diagnose and resolve advanced faults.
Qualifications
- Preferred
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex CNC troubleshooting and repairs (spindle rebuilds, controls, precision alignments) with a thorough working knowledge of CNC machine controls
- Several years of progressive CNC / industrial maintenance experience, including a lead or mentoring role
- Relevant technical certifications or equivalent trade/vocational training
- Experience completing machine upgrades and reliability improvement projects Strong command of lockout/tagout and industrial safety procedures, and willingness to be on call for equipment emergencies
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
- Manufacturing / shop floor environment with exposure to noise, machinery, and varying temperatures
- Must be able to lift and carry equipment and parts, stand for extended periods, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces as needed
- Must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds (e.g., parts, tools, materials)
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employment with the Company is “at will” as defined under Arizona law, and nothing in this description shall be construed as creating a contract of employment.
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
