Lead Maintenance Technician

deckers; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Maintenance Technician at Deckers maximizes safety, reliability, and availability of DC equipment through advanced troubleshooting, repair, and day-to-day technical leadership. You will diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and automation issues and guide other technicians on site.

The role partners with Maintenance Leadership, Operations, Engineering, and vendors to restore equipment, improve reliability, and strengthen team capability, while prioritizing safe work practices and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree, apprenticeship, or formal technical training in industrial maintenance, electrical technology, automation, mechatronics, or a related field preferred.
• No role‑specific certification is required unless mandated by facility equipment, regulation, or local policy.
• Current safety qualifications such as lockout/tagout, powered industrial equipment, fall protection, or electrical safety must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Advanced PLC, controls, and automation troubleshooting.
• Complex maintenance, repair, and equipment reliability.
• Team leadership, work coordination, and on‑the‑job training.
• Communication, documentation, and continuous improvement.

Job description

Job Summary

The Lead Maintenance Technician maximizes the safety, reliability, and availability of DC equipment through advanced troubleshooting, repair, and day‑to‑day technical leadership. This role applies specialized knowledge of maintenance methods, techniques, and processes, supported by an understanding of relevant technical principles, to resolve complex mechanical, electrical, controls, and automation issues. Working under general direction, the Lead Technician operates within established practices and precedents while using sound judgment when limited standards, prior examples, or assistance are available. The role may lead shift or project work, delegate assignments, provide on‑the‑job training, and guide other technicians without direct supervisory authority. The position partners closely with Maintenance Leadership, Operations, Engineering, and vendors to restore equipment, improve reliability, and strengthen team capability.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• 30% Advanced PLC, Controls, and Automation Troubleshooting
  • Connect to PLC‑controlled equipment to diagnose faults, analyze logic and I/O conditions, and determine root causes.
  • Troubleshoot communication networks, VFDs, servos, HMIs, sensors, safety circuits, and related controls with limited assistance.
  • Validate repairs and control changes, document findings, and escalate programming or engineering needs when they exceed role authority.
• 25% Complex Maintenance, Repair, and Equipment Reliability
  • Diagnose and repair complex electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and material‑handling equipment failures using schematics, manuals, and diagnostic tools, and established procedures.
  • Perform preventative and predictive maintenance and identify recurring failure patterns that affect safety, throughput, quality, and/or equipment availability.
  • Coordinate safe equipment return to service and recommend corrective actions that address underlying causes rather than repeated component replacement.
• 25% Team Leadership, Work Coordination, and On‑the‑Job Training
  • Act in a team lead capacity when assigned, including organizing troubleshooting activities, delegating work based on priorities and skill level, and monitoring progress against team requirements.
  • Provide technical direction, hands‑on coaching, and on‑the‑job training to all Maintenance Technicians while reinforcing safe work practices and consistent maintenance standards.
  • Make timely decisions regarding safety, downtime, escalation, work priorities, and when Leadership, Engineering, or vendor support is required.
• 20% Communication, Documentation, and Continuous Improvement
  • Communicate equipment status, risks, work assignments, repair plans, and recovery timing with Maintenance Leadership, Operations, Engineering, vendors, and other partners.
  • Maintain accurate work orders, troubleshooting notes, parts usage, repair history, training records, and shift handoff information in designated systems.
  • Support standard work, spare‑parts planning, commissioning, root‑cause analysis, and improvement activities that increase reliability, efficiency, and team capability.

Role Profile

Know How: Applies specialized knowledge of maintenance methods, techniques, and processes, with working knowledge of the basic theoretical background and principles needed to diagnose and repair complex equipment. margin-top:0in;"> margin-top:0in;">undefined Problem Solving & Decision Making: Works across multiple, substantially different procedures. Uses judgment when standards or precedents are limited and access to assistance is limited. Determines appropriate troubleshooting paths, priorities, escalation points, and safe return‑to‑service decisions. Impact & Accountability: Works under general direction within standardized practices and procedures covered by precedent. Work is guided by team requirements. May act in a team lead capacity, including providing on‑the‑job training, delegating work, coordinating response activities, and following through on assigned results.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Associate degree, apprenticeship, or formal technical training in industrial maintenance, electrical technology, automation, mechatronics, or a related field preferred.
• Certifications:
  • No role‑specific certification is required unless mandated by facility equipment, regulation, or local policy.
  • PLC/controls, industrial electrical, automation, mechatronics, or manufacturer‑specific certification preferred.
  • Current safety qualifications applicable to assigned work, such as lockout/tagout, powered industrial equipment, fall protection, or electrical safety, must be completed and maintained.