Maintenance Technician III (1st Shift - No Weekends!)

At PBI-Gordon Companies, and our subsidiaries PBI-Gordon Corporation, Pegasus Laboratories, and PetAg, Inc, our priority is people, pets, and the places they go. As employee owners, we support each other in building our careers as well as our companies. Our foundation is rooted in integrity, innovation, partnership, and pride. Come grow with us! Reports to : Maintenance Manager Position Summary The Maintenance Technician III is responsible for assisting and performing all maintenance duties and other task assigned to support the achievement of the sites business goals and objectives. Compensation & Benefits Employee Ownership (ESOP): Company-funded retirement contribution of ~18% of pay, plus 401(k) Competitive pay with bonus opportunity Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, and Pet Insurance Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave Fitness reimbursement and tuition assistance Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Ability to perform all industrial maintenance duties, which include but not limited to: Perform all duties in accordance with safety policies and regulations and maintain clean organized work area. Know how to perform advanced Preventative maintenance tasks and procedures and use a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System). Ability to perform duties with limited supervision. Troubleshooting and repair to mechanical, pneumatic logic and PLCs and electrical systems . Installation of facility equipment from provided P&ID and blueprints to include fabrication. Maintenance and rebuilding expertise on pumps, motors, gearboxes, and production equipment. Instrumentation and Calibration: Expertly install, calibrate, and troubleshoot precision instruments such as pressure transducers, flow meters, temperature sensors (RTDs/thermocouples), and distance sensors. VFD/Servo Expertise: Calibrate, program, and troubleshoot VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) parameters and advanced servo drive systems. This includes adjusting acceleration/deceleration curves and managing motor feedback loops. Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Independently perform and document Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for complex, recurring equipment failures and intermittent breakdowns to identify failure mechanisms and implement permanent corrective actions. Mentorship and Coaching: Act as a dedicated mentor and trainer for Maintenance Technicians I and II, providing hands-on instruction during repairs and leading formal training sessions on specific equipment or safety protocols. High-Voltage Power: Safely perform diagnostics and repairs on 480V three-phase power systems and distribution panels, adhering strictly to NFPA 70E and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures. Ability to obtain operating permit for plant fork truck. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Safety Responsibilities: Follow all company safety policies and procedures. Participate in required safety training. Report unsafe conditions, near misses, and incidents promptly. Required Qualifications Education: High School Diploma/GED Apprenticeship/Trade School or equivalent Experience: 4+ years of experience in industrial maintenance or equivalent training. Skills & Abilities: Proficient in multiple industrial maintenance skill sets which could include but not limited to. Trouble shooting and repair of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems. Proper installation of electrical systems and related equipment. Advanced welding (which could include mig, tig, and arc). Ability to use electrical and mechanical test equipment. Knowledge of ladder logic and PLC control systems. </