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Maintenance Technician III

Richardson Electronics, Ltd., La Fox, IL, United States


Job Title:

Maintenance Technician III

Company:

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

Type:

Full time

Job Description:

With minimum supervision, perform duties to maintain, repair, and test production equipment. Build engineering‑designed circuits for testing and production equipment.

Responsibilities

5+ years of experience as a Maintenance/Industrial electrician in a manufacturing environment.

Install, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic devices.

Troubleshoot AC/DC control circuits.

Work with 120/240 VAC and 440/480 VAC single and three‑phase power circuits.

Apply strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in electrical systems.

Read and interpret schematics and technical diagrams to perform accurate diagnostics.

Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade various machine controls, including relay logic.

Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade in‑house‑built equipment.

Diagnose and repair complex electrical issues including motors, drives, control circuits, and power systems.

Maintain electrical systems, including motors, drives, PLCs, HMIs, and control panels.

Install, test, and service wiring, equipment, and fixtures.

Document all maintenance activities in CMMS and support inventory/parts management.

Repair and replace defective parts in electrical fixtures.

Install enhancements and major upgrades to plant electrical subsystems.

Test wiring connections with test equipment such as volt/ohmmeters and oscilloscopes.

Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure an efficient and effective work environment.

Work with Engineering to modify equipment for new applications.

Build new test and production equipment from schematics and blueprints.

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair vacuum systems.

Repair and rebuild mechanical, diffusion, and ion vacuum pumps.

Perform building and grounds maintenance.

Move and install mechanical and electrical equipment requiring electrical, gas, cooling water, and compressed air services.

Assemble and disassemble cubicles and furniture.

Operate a certified forklift and man lift.

Support ISO9001 quality standards as related to job duties.

Handle hazardous waste.

Be on call and able to be within 45 minutes of the facility when on call.

Qualifications

5–7 years of prior industrial maintenance experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance.

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Authorization to work in the United States.

Work Environment
Work may take place in the factory, warehouse, and office areas or outside the facility. Other locations without air conditioning may also be required.

Benefits
Pay Range: $31–$35 per hour plus incentive.

Benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (multiple PPO and HSA plan options), dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, an employee assistance program, weight management program, pet insurance, LifeLock identity protection, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Additionally, generous vacation time, sick/personal days, 10 paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement are offered.

Equal Opportunity Commitment
Richardson Electronics is an international organization with offices worldwide. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees have equal opportunities to succeed, grow, and contribute. We create an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and supported. By promoting fairness, inclusivity, and a culture of mutual respect, we ensure that our employees, customers, and the communities we serve can achieve their goals.

Required Postings

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Posters

Employer Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

Posters

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights

Posters

Invitation to Self‑Identify

Posters

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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