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Maintenance Technician III

Milwaukee Tool
Sun Prairie, WI
On-site

About this role

Job title: Maintenance Technician III

About the Role Maintenance Technician III is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility and cell equipment, as well as performing preventive maintenance tasks. This role requires strong problem-solving and collaboration with operations and engineering teams to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

  • Perform complex preventative maintenance on equipment, including chemical tank cleaning and chemical adds, intensive machine rebuilding, and/or tool & die repair.
  • Capable of working independently with minimal supervision and proficient in teaching other maintenance technicians and operations personnel on technical processes.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex production and maintenance challenges, including repairing or modifying equipment by addressing wiring/electrical problems, automation/control system issues, and pneumatic or hydraulic malfunctions.
  • Utilize computer systems to log maintenance work orders, manage spare parts, and update preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Identify potential equipment failures and initiate corrective actions to prevent downtime.
  • Perform or coordinate complex fabrication work.
  • Ensure effective communication with shift and plant-wide personnel to maintain operational continuity.
  • Root cause complex broken fixtures and operations tools, ensuring functionality and safety.
  • Develop plans through collaboration to relocate equipment as needed to support production and operational changes.
  • Ensure replacement parts are ordered for equipment repairs or upgrades.
  • Adhere to all workplace safety requirements and practice 6S and lean manufacturing principles.
  • Work collaboratively to diagnose and resolve complex technical problems.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by implementing efficiency-enhancing solutions.

What We're Looking For

  • Tech School classes are preferred.
  • Experience in industrial, preventive and/or facility maintenance.
  • Experience in identifying and troubleshooting common maintenance issues.
  • Valid drivers license.
  • 10+ years in the industry.
  • Basic computer knowledge and skills in MS Office and ERP systems.

Nice to Have

  • Journeyman electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC systems experience.
  • Tool & die repair experience.
  • Welding & Fabrication experience

Compensation & Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance plans.
  • Generous 401 (K) savings plan.
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
  • Education assistance and many more!

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