Senior Electromechanical Maintenance Technician

Hillman Group; York (York County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillman Group in York, PA is seeking an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician III to troubleshoot, repair, and improve complex manufacturing equipment and automated production systems. This senior role partners with Production, Engineering, and Operations to maximize uptime and drive reliability improvements.

The successful candidate will perform advanced diagnostics across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems, mentor junior technicians, and lead reliability

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose complex and chronic equipment failures.
• Interface with PLCs, automation, and control systems (non-programming).
• Conduct root cause failure analyses and corrective actions.
• Improve preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Mentor and develop Maintenance I and II technicians.
• Drive reductions in unplanned downtime.
• Collaborate with engineering on equipment improvements.
• Promote maintenance best practices and standards.

Skills

Advanced diagnostics

Root cause analysis

PLC interface

Automation systems

Mentoring technicians

Maintenance planning

Independent judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview of the Role – Electromechanical Maintenance Technician III

As an Electromechanical Maintenance Technician III in our manufacturing facility, you will serve as a senior technical resource responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and improving complex manufacturing equipment and automated production systems. Your day may include diagnosing electrical and mechanical failures, troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment, supporting automation systems, analyzing downtime trends, and leading significant repair or reliability improvement projects. You will work closely with Production, Engineering, and Operations teams to maximize equipment uptime and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

This role is ideal for an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys solving complex technical problems, mentoring other technicians, and making a direct impact on equipment reliability, safety, and manufacturing performance. Successful candidates bring advanced mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and controls troubleshooting skills along with the ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions.

Job Summary

Provides advanced technical expertise in diagnosing complex failures, improving equipment reliability, and supporting long-term maintenance strategies.

Essential Job Functions*

• Diagnose complex and chronic equipment failures.
• Interface with PLCs, automation, and control systems (non-programming).
• Conduct root cause failure analyses and corrective actions.
• Improve preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Mentor and develop Maintenance I and II technicians.
• Drive reductions in unplanned downtime.
• Collaborate with engineering on equipment improvements.
• Promote maintenance best practices and standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or related experience.

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of advanced diagnostics for mechanical, electrical, and automated manufacturing systems.
• Skill in performing root cause failure analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to interface with PLCs, controls, and automation systems for diagnostic purposes.
• Knowledge of reliability‑centered maintenance and equipment life‑cycle principles.
• Ability to mentor and develop less experienced maintenance technicians.
• Ability to plan and execute complex maintenance and repair activities.
• Ability to exercise independent technical judgment when resolving high‑impact equipment issues.

Operational Equipment

• N/A

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment Self-paced, 8 hr shifts. May be exposed to fumes, loud noises, and extreme temperatures infrequently. Functional near, far and peripheral vision and functional hearing required. Physical Demands Heavy, lifting up to 85 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 280 lbs.