Maintenance Technician III

americanwoodmarkcareers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Woodmark seeks a Maintenance Technician III to act as a senior technical expert responsible for complex diagnostics, root-cause analysis, and high-level repairs on manufacturing equipment. You will lead projects, mentor Tech I/II, and collaborate with Maintenance and cross-functional teams to drive reliability and equipment uptime.

This role requires independent decision-making, hands-on leadership on capital projects, and strict adherence to safety and environmental standards within a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Technical certification or an associate degree in a related field preferred.
• 6–8 years of relevant work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Mentor Tech I and Tech II staff, providing hands-on training.
• Coordinate and execute predictive and preventive maintenance tasks to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Support capital improvement projects and equipment installations.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Lead root cause failure analysis and implement long-term corrective actions.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or associate degree

Job description

I. JOB SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician III is a senior-level technician and subject matter expert within the Maintenance Department. This position is responsible for leading complex troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and high-level repairs on plant equipment and systems. A Tech III demonstrates advanced technical knowledge across all maintenance disciplines and plays a key role in mentoring Tech I and Tech II staff, driving continuous improvement, and supporting equipment reliability strategies across the facility. This role requires independent decision-making, leadership on projects, and collaboration with both the Maintenance Manager and cross-functional departments.

II. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lead advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Serve as a lead technician on critical repair work and major equipment overhauls.
• Coordinate and execute predictive and preventive maintenance tasks to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Mentor and provide hands-on training to Tech I and Tech II team members.
• Support planning and execution of capital improvement projects and equipment installations.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Perform precision alignment, calibration, and instrumentation tasks.
• Interpret complex technical documents, wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Lead root cause failure analysis and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with all safety and environmental standards.
• Manage CMMS documentation for critical repairs and equipment history tracking.
• Support spare parts identification and procurement through collaboration with Maintenance Planner or Inventory Coordinator.
• Recommend and help implement process improvements and standard work instructions.

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Technical certification, or associate degree in a related field preferred.

Experience:

At least 6 to 8 years of relevant work experience is preferred

V. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

Typical Working Conditions:

Manufacturing warehouse environment

Equipment Used:

Industrial Machines (wood working)

Essential Physical Tasks:

(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions.)

Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, constant standing, walking, handling, grasping, talking, hearing with eye/hand/foot coordination, occasional climbing, balancing, crawling, feeling, and repetitive motions.