3rd Shift | Maintenance Technician | 11PM-7AM Sun-Thurs | Full Time

Polywood; Syracuse (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Equipment throughout campus

3rd Shift Premium: 8% extra for 3rd sh

Holiday Pay

Weekly Pay: Thursday payroll

Free Gym Membership: East Lake & Fit-<

Employee Discounts: POLYWOOD furniture

Growth Opportunities: internal promos

Wellness Events: Biggest Loser & more

Job summary

POLYWOOD® is seeking a 3rd shift Maintenance Technician to ensure equipment, facilities, and people stay safe and productive. You will diagnose electrical and mechanical problems, support PLC-controlled equipment, and perform preventive maintenance on a late shift with a strong safety culture.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in industrial electrical maintenance, PLC troubleshooting skills, and a solid grasp of electrical schematics and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial electrical maintenance.
• Advanced troubleshooting of electrical controls systems including PLCs.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and follow lockout/tagout procedures.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and equipment reliability.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex electrical controls, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including I/O, sensors, VFDs, HMIs, safety circuits.
• Perform electrical diagnostics on industrial power systems (120–480V).
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Read diagrams and technical documentation to implement improvements.
• Support off-shift maintenance and operate independently when needed.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

Industrial electrical systems

Preventive maintenance

Electrical safety standards

Tools

PLC platforms

VFDs

HMIs

Job description

Schedule:

3rd Shift: 11PM - 7AM Sunday thru Thursday

Pay:

Starting rate $30.00 + Pay rate based on experience | 3nd Shift Premium: Earn an extra 8% for working 3rd shift

Position Perks & Highlights:

• New Equipment throughout our campus
• 3rd Shift Premium: Earn an extra 8% for working 3rd shift.
• Holiday Pay

Outstanding Benefits & Rewards:

• Weekly Pay: Get paid every Thursday.
• Free Gym Membership: Access to East Lake & Fit Stop after your first paycheck.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on POLYWOOD® furniture.
• Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with numerous internal promotions.
• Wellness Events: Participate in fun wellness activities like our "Biggest Loser" contest and more!

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (with company match)
• Accident & Illness Insurance

HELP BUILD A WORKPLACE THAT FEELS SAFE, SUPPORTED, AND INSPIRED.

About the Role

POLYWOOD® is looking for a 3rd shift Maintenance Technician who thrives in a hands-on, team-oriented environment and takes pride in keeping our equipment, facilities, and people safe. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving, values preventive maintenance, and prefers a later shift while supporting a strong safety culture.

What You’ll Do:

• Diagnose and repair complex electrical controls, mechanical, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime during 2nd shift operations
• Troubleshoot and support PLC-controlled equipment, including I/O, sensors, VFDs, HMIs, safety circuits, and motor control components
• Perform electrical diagnostics and repairs on industrial power systems, including 120–480 volt single- and three-phase circuits
• Analyze equipment failures to identify root causes and implement long-term corrective actions
• Complete preventive and predictive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime
• Troubleshoot and repair CNC machinery, heating elements, motors, temperature controllers, and pneumatic systems
• Read, interpret, and apply electrical schematics, control drawings, and technical documentation
• Perform limited mechanical repairs including belts, pulleys, bearings, and gear-driven components as needed to support operations
• Follow all lockout/tagout procedures, electrical safety standards, and safe work practices
• Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to identify process, reliability, and equipment improvement opportunities
• Support sourcing and installation of cost-effective electrical and controls-related maintenance solutions
• Provide off-shift technical support with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• Mechanical issues with dust collection systems, cnc's, extruders , pneumatic issues , plumbing and basic building upkeep

What You Bring:

• 5 or more years of hands-on experience in industrial electrical maintenance and electrical controls within a manufacturing environment
• Advanced experience troubleshooting electrical controls systems, including PLCs and related components
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, control panels, wiring methods, and electrical schematics
• Proven experience working with PLC platforms, VFDs, HMIs, sensors, safety circuits, and motor controls
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose root causes of complex equipment and automation failures
• Working knowledge of lockout/tagout, electrical safety standards, and industrial safety programs
• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and equipment reliability
• Self-directed, dependable, and comfortable working independently, including during off-shift hours when required
• Ability to pass a background check

Bonus Skills:

• Journeyman-level electrical training, certification, or equivalent experience
• Experience with PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, or similar) and industrial networks
• Exposure to robotics, automated production lines, or machine safety systems

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Valued Contribution: Your work directly supports safe, efficient, and reliable operations
• Growth Opportunities: Gain exposure to new equipment, technologies, and internal career paths
• Team Environment: Join a collaborative maintenance team built on trust, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Purpose Driven Work: Help create a workplace where safety, reliability, and people come first

About Us

At POLYWOOD®, we design and build outdoor furniture that brings people together and stands the test of time. We do this using sustainable materials like our genuine POLYWOOD® lumber made from recycled plastics. But the strength of our products starts with the strength of our people.

This role plays an important part in supporting the teams who build, ship, and innovate our furniture every day. By maintaining safe, reliable equipment and facilities, you help ensure our employees feel protected, supported, and empowered to do their best work in an environment where safety and people come first.

Check out this video – Genuine POLYWOOD®

If this sounds like the kind of impact you want to make, we’d love to meet you.

POLYWOOD® is an equal opportunity employer.
POLYWOOD® evaluates qualified applicants without regard to characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.