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Hire Quality Strategies lists this Maintenance Technician opportunity in plymouth, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Maintenance Mechanic III - Industrial Manufacturing
Location: Plymouth, MI 48170
Job Type: Full-Time | Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Second Shift
Position Summary
The Maintenance Mechanic III is a senior-level industrial maintenance professional responsible for advanced mechanical and electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of plant and production equipment. This role supports manufacturing operations by ensuring equipment reliability, minimal downtime, and operational efficiency . The Maintenance Mechanic III also provides leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to junior maintenance team members.
Key Responsibilities
Perform advanced industrial maintenance and equipment repair using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing instruments
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, diagrams, operation manuals, and manufacturer specifications
Conduct preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance on manufacturing and plant equipment
Diagnose and repair equipment breakdowns, mechanical failures, and system malfunctions
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fluid power systems
Handle complex mechanical issues and escalate higher-level problems when required
Monitor equipment performance and perform calibration and precision adjustments
Apply Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and follow all safety, environmental, and quality policies
Provide mentoring, coaching, and on-the-job training to junior maintenance mechanics
Support process documentation, work instructions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to maximize manufacturing uptime
Perform other duties as assigned
Skills & Competencies Industrial and manufacturing maintenance support
Advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Preventive and predictive maintenance
Equipment monitoring, maintenance, and repair
Mechanical and electrical systems expertise
Calibration and precision measurement
Numerical Control (NC) equipment
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) compliance
Hand tools and power tools
Mentoring, training, and leadership
Process documentation and reporting
Teamwork, collaboration, and communication
Strong manual dexterity and physical capability
Required Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience: Typically 5+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience
Comprehensive working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fluid dynamics systems
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Proven problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications Powered Industrial Equipment Certification
Experience in automated or high-volume manufacturing environments
Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds
Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching
Manual dexterity to handle small parts and precision tools
Ability to work in noisy environments
Ability to work in confined spaces
Ability to work from elevated platforms
Compensation & Benefits Overtime opportunities available
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO) including vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
Paid training and certification opportunities
Company-provided PPE and safety equipment
Career advancement opportunities within maintenance and manufacturing leadership
Stable, full-time employment with a growing manufacturing organization
Worksite address
plymouth, MI, 48170, US
Who can apply
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