Job Title: Industrial & Facilities Maintenance Technician III
Job Description
The Industrial & Facilities Maintenance Technician III maintains, installs, and repairs facility and automation equipment in a high-volume distribution environment. This role independently handles complex maintenance assignments, ensures equipment reliability through preventive maintenance, and provides guidance and oversight to junior technicians on complex tasks.
Responsibilities
Maintain, install, and repair facility and automation equipment within the distribution center, independently performing complex maintenance tasks without direct oversight.
Diagnose and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on powered industrial equipment and conveyor systems while strictly following all safety policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout, to maintain a safe working environment.
Diagnose and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on building equipment such as air compressors, heating and ventilation systems, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Perform preventive maintenance on facility systems including HVAC, boilers, chillers, roof top units, motors, and related industrial equipment to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems, including components associated with conveyor and automation systems.
Inspect work performed by other members of the Maintenance team to ensure tasks are completed accurately, safely, and on time, and reprioritize or redirect the efforts of others as needed.
Communicate regularly with Facilities leadership and Operations teams regarding the status of repair work, anticipated completion times, and any impact on warehouse operations.
Ensure clear and thorough shift handoffs so that ongoing work and priorities transition smoothly to the next shift.
Lead and perform project work that supports daily warehouse operations, which may include coordinating tasks, scheduling work, and overseeing the activities of other team members.
Coordinate repairs and maintenance activities with third-party vendors, including scheduling, overseeing work performed, and verifying completion and quality of service.
Train and mentor maintenance team members on equipment, procedures, safety practices, and troubleshooting techniques.
Support general facility and building maintenance activities, including lighting, carpentry-related tasks, and upkeep of dry clean machines and other specialized equipment as needed.
Essential Skills
Proven experience in facility and industrial maintenance, including maintenance and repair of automation and conveyor systems.
Strong skills in diagnosing and repairing powered industrial equipment and conveyor systems while adhering to safety standards such as lockout/tagout.
Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance for PLC-controlled systems, variable frequency drives (VFDs), electrical systems, HVAC equipment, and boilers.
Solid electrical maintenance skills, including working with motors, wiring, lighting, and industrial electrical systems.
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC systems, including chillers, roof top units, and air compressors.
Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic and hydraulic systems used in industrial and facility equipment.
Strong mechanical aptitude for installation, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of facility and industrial equipment.
Ability to inspect, evaluate, and verify the quality and timeliness of maintenance work performed by others.
Effective communication skills to provide clear updates to Facilities and Operations teams and to support smooth shift handoffs.
Demonstrated ability to lead maintenance tasks and projects and to coordinate the work of other technicians.
Experience coordinating repair and maintenance activities with external vendors.
Ability to train and mentor other maintenance team members on equipment and procedures.
Working knowledge of safety procedures and regulations applicable to industrial maintenance environments, including lockout/tagout.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with facility maintenance systems such as Siemens controls and computerized maintenance management (CMM) systems.
General building maintenance, including plumbing, carpentry, and basic structural repairs.
Experience with dry clean machines and other specialized facility equipment.
Knowledge of EPA-related requirements relevant to handling refrigerants or environmental aspects of facility maintenance.
Familiarity with installation and maintenance of industrial motors, drives, and related electrical components.
Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, equipment manuals, and electrical or mechanical schematics.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple work orders, prioritize tasks, and support project work in a fast-paced environment.
Why Work Here?
You will join a modern, climate-controlled distribution environment that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. The organization encourages collaboration between Maintenance and Operations, giving you visibility into the impact of your work and opportunities to lead projects and mentor others. You will work with a variety of advanced facility and automation technologies, supporting your professional growth and expanding your technical expertise. The culture emphasizes clear communication, teamwork across shifts, and a commitment to keeping equipment and facilities running at their best.
Work Environment
This role is based in a climate-controlled distribution center focused on automated and conveyor-driven operations. The standard schedule for this position is from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, supporting afternoon and evening operations. You will work around powered industrial equipment, conveyor systems, HVAC units, boilers, chillers, roof top units, air compressors, and a range of building systems, using typical industrial maintenance tools and diagnostic equipment. The environment prioritizes safety, including strict adherence to lockout/tagout and other facility safety protocols, and involves regular interaction with Operations teams, other Maintenance technicians, and third-party vendors.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $37.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Arlington,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
