2nd Shift Maintenance Technician III

Liberty Diversified International; Haltom City (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance options

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

401(k) with company matching & profit‑

Flexible spending & health savings

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Wellness and mental health resources

Job summary

Liberty Diversified International is seeking a Maintenance Technician III at our Fort Worth, TX facility. You will lead maintenance activities, perform complex tasks, and troubleshoot intricate mechanical and electrical systems while mentoring junior technicians.

The role reports to the Manager Maintenance and requires strong problem-solving and leadership, with overtime and weekend shifts as needed. Strong background in mechanical/electrical systems is essential for reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a maintenance tech/mechanic in manufacturing environment or completion of LDI Level III maintenance program.
• Expertise in troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot integrated manufacturing systems with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and automation controls.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to lead and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate preventive maintenance programs for manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and support PLC, VFD, HMI, industrial network, and automated control systems.
• Implement solutions to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Lead root cause investigations and continuous improvement focused on safety and reliability.
• Mentor and train junior technicians and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Ensure safety through LOTO and electrical safety practices.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Leadership

Problem solving

Overtime availability

PLC

VFD

HMI

Industrial networks

Electrical schematics

Education

High School diploma or GED

2+ year technical degree in Maintenance

Tools

PLC

VFD

HMI

Industrial networks

Job description

The Maintenance Technician III will lead maintenance activities, performing complex maintenance tasks, including advanced troubleshooting of equipment issues, and ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of our manufacturing machinery. This will require a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude gained from a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems. This role requires exceptional problem-solving skills and a proven track record of leadership in maintenance.

The Maintenance Technician III will lead maintenance activities, performing complex maintenance tasks, including advanced troubleshooting of equipment issues, and ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of our manufacturing machinery. This will require a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude gained from a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems. This role requires exceptional problem-solving skills and a proven track record of leadership in maintenance.

This full-time position reports directly to the Manager Maintenance and is located at our Fort Worth, TX manufacturing facility.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate preventive maintenance programs for manufacturing converting equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and support PLC, VFD, HMI, industrial network, and automated control systems, including integrated electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic applications.
• Implement solutions and perform repairs to minimize equipment downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Utilize predictive maintenance technologies and condition-monitoring data to identify developing equipment issues and support reliability improvement initiatives.
• Lead precision maintenance activities including alignment, equipment rebuilds, system optimization, and failure analysis to improve long-term equipment reliability.
• Lead root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, maintainability, and equipment performance. Oversee the installation, setup, and calibration of new equipment.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on facilities and equipment including minor HVAC, plumbing, wastewater management, and boiler maintenance.
• Mentor and train junior technicians, providing technical guidance and support.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, parts usage, and equipment history.
• Ensure appropriate level of communications regarding issues and repair status.
• Lead safe maintenance execution through adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, machine guarding, and stored-energy isolation procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience And Skills

• High School diploma or GED equivalent from accredited institution.
• 5+ years of experience as a maintenance tech/mechanic in manufacturing environment AND/OR satisfactory completion of level III requirements from the LDI Maintenance Training Program.
• Expertise in troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot integrated manufacturing systems involving electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation controls.
• Understanding of basic HVAC and plumbing.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and equipment schematics, technical manuals, and blueprints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a team.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

Preferred Education, Experience And Skills

• 2+ year technical degree in Maintenance related field
• Experience within the corrugated industry
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite

Compensation & Benefits

The starting pay rate for this position is $26.16 - $32.70 per hour (if applicable) plus hourly shift differential pay. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including

• health/dental/vision insurance options
• paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing
• flexible spending and health savings account options
• life and disability insurance
• tuition assistance
• wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services

Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to bend and stoop for 7+ hours per shift
• Must be able to stand for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shift

About Our Company

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota,Liberty Diversified International (LDI)is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values - Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence - have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior solutions and service for our customers. The LDI family of companies includesLiberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom SolutionsandQuarrix Building Products) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.