Maintenance Technician II

Lumbermens; Michigan; On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

401(k)

Career development

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Training opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Clothing allowance

Job summary

Lumbermen’s, headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a Maintenance Technician II to maintain and repair machinery, troubleshoot PLCs and VFDs, and support electrical systems from 120V to 480V. You will diagnose faults, work with vendors, and help ensure on-time delivery while upholding safety standards.

You will operate in a team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth, ESOP ownership, and a strong emphasis on reliability and continuous improvement. A clothing allowance is provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with fellow employees.
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks at one time.
• Organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose PLC and VFD faults, perform basic VFD replacement and high/low-voltage work.
• Explain PLC operation and interaction with equipment and controls.
• Troubleshoot, install, and repair 120–480V single-phase/three-phase electrical systems including outlets, lighting and switches.
• Safely identify voltages with a multimeter and understand single vs. three-phase systems.
• Troubleshoot and install 24V DC controls, sensors, power supplies, safety relays, PLCs, and VFD components.
• Diagnose sensors and control circuit issues by tracing signals in the system.
• Maintain Arc Flash certification and follow electrical safety practices with PPE and barriers when entering panels.
• Support manufacturing needs to ensure on-time delivery to customers.
• Contribute to culture through teamwork, initiative, and collaboration.

Skills

Independence

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1955, Lumbermen’s operates in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Minnesota. A leading distributor and manufacturer, we are driven by our mission to enrich lives by intentionally caring for all who experience us. We areemployee ownedandrelationship powered.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician II will be responsible for preventative maintenance and repairs on machinery and acting as a liaison with vendors. Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Troubleshooting and diagnosing PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) faults, including basic VFD replacement and high- and low-voltage troubleshooting.
• Demonstrating a working knowledge of PLC operation and the ability to explain how PLCs interact with equipment and controls.
• Troubleshooting, installing, and repairing single-phase and three-phase electrical systems ranging from 120V to 480V, including outlets, lighting, switches, and related components.
• Safely identify electrical voltages using a multimeter and understand the differences between single-phase and three-phase systems.
• Troubleshooting and installing 24V DC low-voltage controls, including machine sensors, power supplies, safety relays, PLCs, and VFD-related components.
• Diagnosing sensors and control circuit issues by tracing signals through the system to identify the source of equipment failures.
• Maintaining current Arc Flash certification and following required electrical safety practices, including the proper use of PPE and barrier equipment when entering electrical panels.
• Supporting manufacturing needs in a timely and efficient manner to help ensure on-time delivery to customers
• Support the continuous improvement of culture through great interpersonal abilities, being a team player and displaying initiative.

At Lumbermen’s, our business is built on relationships. It’s crucial that the person selected to fill this role is a safety-minded team player who gets energy from contributing to collaborative success.

This position offers a $300 annual clothing allowance to offset costs for work apparel, protective footwear, and PPE.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma/GED required
• Valid drivers’ license

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with fellow employees
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks at one time
• Organizational skills

DESIRED SKILLS

• Ability to read electrical wiring schematics
• Experience performing maintenance on heavy woodworking machinery (CNC, lineal edgebander, etc)
• Working knowledge of CNCs, edgebanders, and panel saws
• High voltage troubleshooting and repair (110,220,208,277,480)
• Low voltage DC troubleshooting and repair

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Must be able to drive an industrial fork lift (training is available)

WHAT WE OFFER:

Lumbermen’s exists to enrich the lives of people by intentionally caring for all who experience us. You will experience a different kind of work environment and “family” here and help live out the Lumbermen’s promises of committing to those who count on us, doing what’s right, exercising sound business practices, and earning consideration. Other benefits include:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) – generous company-funded retirement
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending/health savings account
• 401(k)
• The SOURCE – free and confidential support resources for our team
• Clothing allowance (for applicable roles)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Training and development
• Advancement opportunities

Lumbermen’s is proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace. In addition, Lumbermen’s will not discriminate against any employee or candidate because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We participate in E-Verify.