Industrial Maintenance Technician III 2nd Shift

PLA Supply Chain Services is hiring a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician III to lead equipment upkeep repair and preventive maintenance across our facility. This senior-level role is ideal for experienced professionals in industrial maintenance mechanical repair and equipment troubleshooting who are ready for a high-impact position.

As aMechanical/Industrial Maintenance Technician you will maintain troubleshoot and improve critical production machinery and facility systems. Your technical ability attention to detail and safety-first mindset will ensure our operations run efficiently reliably and in full alignment with safety and environmental standards. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking advancement within industrial equipment maintenance leadership.

Our Story So Far

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Dallas Texas PLA is a national supply chain solutions provider offering Pallet Management Services 3PL Services Reverse Logistics Services and Freight Brokerage & Transportation Management Services. Handling more than115 million pallets per year for over1500 customers PLA is one of the largest pallet manufacturing and recycling companies in the United States. With76 facilities and3500 employees across23 states we continue to grow both organically and through acquisition.

Heres What We Offer

• Daily Pay Option Access your earnings before payday
• Weekly Pay Get paid on time every week
• PTO(Paid Time Off)
• Full Benefits: Medical Dental and Vision Insurance 3 medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield with low weekly premiums starting at $28.75
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Company contribution up to $750 annually with tax-advantaged savings
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Flexible Benefits Multiple plan options to fit your needs and budget
• Prescription Drug Coverage Low copays starting at $10 for generic medications
• FREE Life Insurance & AD&D Basic coverage provided at no cost upon employment
• Vision Benefits $10 eye exams and $150 frame allowance through Superior Vision by MetLife starting at $1.46 per week
• Dental Coverage 100% preventive care coverage with MetLife plans starting at $5.76 per week
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability (STD) Income replacement up to 60% of weekly covered earnings (max $1500 weekly) for a non-work-related injury or illness.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Free and confidential support for work stress grief legal/financial issues and more.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits MetLife Legal and Identity Theft Services and Pet Insurance with ASPCA.

Role Overview & Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Plant Manager the Maintenance Technician III performs or oversees all facility and equipment maintenance repair installation and removal. Core responsibilities include:

Equipment & Facility Maintenance

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment such as:

SMETCO systems Palamatic forklifts yard trucks compressors electric motors pneumatic/vacuum systems hydraulic systems HVAC lighting and facility infrastructure

• Troubleshoot mechanical electrical pneumatic and hydraulic breakdowns in production machinery
• Install and remove machinery as required
• Perform building grounds and structural repairs as needed

Safety Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate logs for all machinery equipment inspections repairs and forklift maintenance
• Ensure all forklift drivers are certified and certifications remain current
• Ensure maintenance documentation logs and safety records are complete and accurate
• Enforce adherence to OSHA regulations and all company safety/environmental policies

Technical Support & Inventory Management

• Maintain inventory of spare parts components and critical supplies
• Coordinate vendor services repairs and equipment support
• Work closely with site leadership and customers to address reporting updates and equipment reliability issues
• Support training and guidance for less experienced maintenance staff as needed

What Youll Need

• 35 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician Mechanical Maintenance Technician or in an industrial maintenance environment
• Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical pneumatic hydraulic and electrical systems
• Familiarity with PLCs hand tools power tools and maintenance documentation
• Welding and electrical certifications or licenses required
• Valid drivers license
• Associate degree or technical training preferred
• Strong attention to detail excellent time management and ability to work independently

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting pushing and pulling of up to 75 lbs
• Standing walking bending kneeling and climbing throughout the shift
• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled environments
• Ability to work at heights use ladders and operate tools/equipment safely

Work Environment

• Industrial/warehouse environment with exposure to noise dust machinery and varying temperatures
• Required use of PPE in designated areas
• May require occasional overtime or on-call support

PLA and its Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability it is available upon request by contacting. The company is pleased to provide such assistance and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.