Maintenance Technician III (Mon-Fri/Night Shift)

K57 Skechers USA, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Skechers is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex automated warehouse systems. You will work on electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, with emphasis on high-speed sortation and conveyors, in a night-shift role.

This position requires hands-on expertise, independent work ability, and strict safety practices to minimize downtime in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of industrial maintenance experience with automated systems.
• Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, motor controls, and automated material handling equipment.
• Safety: Knowledge of NFPA 70E electrical safety standards and industrial safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Identify, diagnose, and repair complex mechanical and electrical failures, including error/fault codes on industrial equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) to the Input/Output level, including processor fault identification.
• Service and repair Motor Control Panels, including motor starters, overloads, relays, switches, circuit breakers, and fuses.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair sensors, photo eyes, proximity switches, encoders, bar code readers, dimensions, and VFDs.
• Install, wire, and repair dual voltage (480VAC/208VAC) 3-phase motors with brakes and speed reducers.
• Diagnose and repair pneumatic systems including compressors, valves, actuators, cylinders, and vacuum components.
• Service hydraulic systems including pumps, valves, cylinders, and associated components.
• Perform fabrication work including cutting, drilling, and welding while following hot work safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair multiple conveyor systems and high-speed sortation equipment.
• Navigate Warehouse Control Systems and HMI for diagnostics and control.
• Troubleshoot servo motor controls, in-motion scales, Print and Apply systems, and ASRS.
• Work safely with electrical systems following NFPA 70E standards using multimeter and diagnostic equipment.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings for troubleshooting and repair applications.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLCs

Motor controls

Automated equipment

Troubleshooting

Safety standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Multimeters

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Maintenance Technician III will perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of complex automated warehouse and distribution systems. This role requires extensive technical expertise in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, with particular emphasis on high-speed sortation equipment, conveyor systems, and automated storage and retrieval systems. The Technician III will demonstrate advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently on sophisticated industrial equipment while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Pay Range

$26.58 - $39.23

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday / 10pm to 6:30am

Written and Physical Test Required

*Written and Physical Test Required*

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify, diagnose, and repair complex mechanical and electrical failures, including error/fault codes on industrial equipment


• Troubleshoot and repair Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) to the Input/Output level, including processor fault identification


• Service and repair Motor Control Panels, including motor starters, overloads, relays, switches, circuit breakers, and fuses


• Install, troubleshooting, and repair sensors, photo eyes, proximity switches, encoders, bar code readers, dimensions, and Variable Frequency Drives


• Install, wire, and repair dual voltage (480VAC/208VAC) 3-phase motors with brakes and speed reducers


• Diagnose and repair pneumatic systems including compressors, valves, actuators, cylinders, and vacuum components


• Service hydraulic systems including pumps, valves, cylinders, and associated components


• Perform fabrication work including cutting, drilling, and welding while following hot work safety procedures


• Troubleshoot and repair multiple conveyor systems (belted, roller, MDR, powered curve, spiral) and high-speed sortation equipment (sliding shoe, cross-belt, pocket sorters, tilt trays)


• Navigate Warehouse Control Systems and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) for system diagnostics and control


• Troubleshoot servo motor controls, in-motion scales, Print and Apply systems, and Automatic Storage Retrieval Systems (ASRS)


• Work safely with electrical systems (12VDC to 600VAC) following NFPA 70E standards using multimeter and diagnostic equipment


• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings for troubleshooting and repair applications

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification preferred.

Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of industrial maintenance experience with automated systems.

Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, motor controls, and automated material handling equipment.

Safety: Knowledge of NFPA 70E electrical safety standards and industrial safety practices.

Tools: Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, multimeters, and diagnostic equipment.

Hot work permit certification

Experience with Warehouse Control Systems and HMI interfaces

Background in automated distribution or warehouse operations

Certification in electrical, mechanical, or industrial maintenance

Ability to work at variable heights using proper PPE

Capability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to work in various positions (standing, kneeling, climbing)

Manual dexterity for precision work

Fast-paced environment requiring quick problem resolution

Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

Strong communication skills across all organization levels

Service-oriented mindset with focus on minimizing downtime

Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks

Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Salary range

$26.58 - $39.23

About Skechers

Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing [e-mail].

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.

Join Our Team

Join our team of innovators, creators, and designers. Skechers, the global leader in comfort technologies, brings together employees from around the globe to deliver stylish products for people of all ages. Our employees are passionate about more than just the products we design, employees – we value community involvement and give back to local communities through a variety of initiatives including Skechers Foundation and Bobs for Dogs. Learn more about who Skechers supports local communities around the world. Stay up to date on our brand, job openings, community involvement, and more via LinkedIn. Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations. From footwear to apparel and accessories, Skechers has a product for you and your family. Learn more about our many product offerings here.