Maintenance Technician III

carlislecompanies; Prospect (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Carlisle Companies seeks a Maintenance Technician III at the Prospect, CT Plant to maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems across the facility. You will execute capital projects, install and dismantle equipment, and work independently to ensure timely production.

Expect 40-hour weeks with 8–10 hour shifts, occasional overtime, and no travel. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and hands-on leadership of technicians I & II as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex equipment and systems.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• OSHA 10 certification and basic safety knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Reassemble machines after repair or maintenance work.
• Start machines and observe operation to detect issues and improve efficiency.
• Inspect damaged parts and advise on repairs with supervisors.
• Calibrate controls instrumentation and maintain PLC-based systems.
• Lead maintenance technicians I & II as needed and train others.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

PLC knowledge

Forklift operation

HMI/SCADA basics

Education

High School diploma or GED

OSHA 10 Certification

Technical degree or certification

Tools

Digital multimeters

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Carlisle Companies is a leading manufacturer of building envelope products and solutions that make buildings more energy efficient, durable, and sustainable.

We deliver roofing, insulation, waterproofing, and architectural systems for commercial and residential projects using a focus on innovation and continuous improvement to solve today’s challenges.

We’re equally committed to our people, prioritizing safety, inclusion, career growth, development, tuition assistance, and excellent benefits.

With manufacturing, engineering, operations, and corporate functions across North America and globally, Carlisle offers stability, agility, and opportunity in a performance-driven culture.

Do meaningful work and shape the future of building solutions.

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician III in our Prospect, CT Plant.

Job Summary

Maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems throughout the facility; execute capital projects (installation, dismantling of equipment) and other various high-level maintenance tasks throughout the facility with the ability to work independently and efficiently to ensure timely production processes. Expected hours of work 40 hours a week with a varied shift schedule 8-10 hour shifts with occasional overtime and weekend hours. No travel required.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
• Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
• Inspect or test damaged machine parts and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair.
• Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specific procedures.
• Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments according to production specifications.
• Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
• Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
• Maintain PM completion rate (aligned with MaintainX expectations).
• Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
• Set up and operate machines and adjust controls to regulate operations.
• Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies.
• Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse to maintain machinery and work areas.
• Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.
• Adjust, install, fabricate, and make modifications of equipment to maintain or improve safety and quality of operational conditions or equipment efficiency.
• Comply and participate in regulatory, Carlisle, and departmental policies, procedures, and standards (PSM, safety protocols, COS)
• Troubleshoot control systems, servo drives, motors, HMI’s and PlCs.
• Calibrate controls instrumentation.
• Maintain and enhance electrical and PLC troubleshooting.
• Provide technical training and leadership to Maintenance technicians I & II as needed.
• Articulate to vendors/engineer’s machine issue to resolve technical issues.
• Handle and audit preventative maintenance procedures.
• Ability to create or improve preventative maintenance (PM) procedures
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of measuring gauges such as tape measures.
• Knowledge of various hand and power tools.
• Knowledge and use of micrometers required use of digital multimeters and calipers.
• Prior experience operating a forklift.
• Working knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes including NEMA, etc. (NFPA 70E, Arc Flash)
• Industrial electrical AC/DC troubleshooting skills, including ability to utilize electrical instrumentation (megohmmeter).
• Complete knowledge of all plant equipment (level III).
• Ability to use hand& portable tools, gas and arc welder, forklift, pickup truck, testing equipment, tape measure, computer (shop floor and ERP).
• PLC Knowledge.
• Proven experience in electrical/mechanical troubleshooting.

Education and Experience

• Required:
  • Education – High School diploma or GED required or technical school.
  • Obtain and maintain OSHA 10 Certification.
  • Four to eight (4-8) years related maintenance experience; relevant Technical degree or certification.
  • Previous experience in the following maintenance areas preferred: electrical, plumbing, carpentry and welding.
  • Mechanical background with rotating equipment. Hydraulic and pneumatic.
  • Obtain rigging training and certification (as needed).
  • Obtain welding certification (as needed).

Working Conditions

• Fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts and pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels.
• Exposure to hazardous mechanical, electrical and chemical substances/equipment.
• Confined workspaces.

Additional Information

This position typically operates 40 hours a week with a varied shift schedule of 8–10-hour shifts. Occasional flexibility may be required to accommodate meetings across time zones or address critical business needs. The employee is expected to comply with all company policies, including those related to data security, confidentiality, acceptable use of technology, and remote work standards.

This is a fully onsite position. The employee is expected to be physically present at their designated work location during scheduled hours. In-person attendance is essential for collaboration, access to onsite resources, and the performance of job responsibilities. Employees must comply with all site-specific safety, security, and conduct policies.

Physical Requirements

According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Frequency scale

Occasionally (0–30%) | Frequently (31–60%) | Continuously (61–100%)

LIFTING OR CARRYING

• 1–10 LBS — Frequently
• 11–20 LBS — Frequently
• 21–40 LBS — Occasionally
• 41–50 LBS — Occasionally
• 51 OR MORE LBS — Occasionally

PUSHING OR PULLING

• 1–40 LBS — Occasionally
• 41–50 LBS — Frequently
• 51 OR MORE LBS — Occasionally

OTHER PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• BENDING OR STOOPING — Occasionally
• REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL — Frequently
• DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES — Occasionally
• OPERATE MACHINERY OR POWER TOOLS — Continuously
• CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.) — Frequently
• WALKING — Frequently
• STANDING — Frequently
• SITTING — Occasionally
• WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES — Continuously
• REPETITIVE MOTION INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: WRISTS, HANDS AND/OR FINGERS) — Continuously
• VISION — Continuously
• HEARING — Continuously
• DEXTERITY — Continuously
• HAND EYE COORDINATION — Continuously

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used

• Eye and hearing protection is required at all times on the production floor.
• Safety-toe shoes (steel/composite).
• Flame Resistant rated Maintenance uniform provided.
• Other PPE as defined by management within assigned department.