Maintenance Technician

WHO WE ARE: Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1955, Lumbermen’s operates in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Minnesota. A leading distributor and manufacturer, we are driven by our mission to enrich lives by intentionally caring for all who experience us. We are employee owned and relationship powered . POSITION SUMMARY The Maintenance Technician II will be responsible for preventative maintenance and repairs on machinery and acting as a liaison with vendors. Day-to-day responsibilities include: Troubleshooting and diagnosing PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) faults, including basic VFD replacement and high- and low-voltage troubleshooting. Demonstrating a working knowledge of PLC operation and the ability to explain how PLCs interact with equipment and controls. Troubleshooting, installing, and repairing single-phase and three-phase electrical systems ranging from 120V to 480V, including outlets, lighting, switches, and related components. Safely identify electrical voltages using a multimeter and understand the differences between single-phase and three-phase systems. Troubleshooting and installing 24V DC low-voltage controls, including machine sensors, power supplies, safety relays, PLCs, and VFD-related components. Diagnosing sensors and control circuit issues by tracing signals through the system to identify the source of equipment failures. Maintaining current Arc Flash certification and following required electrical safety practices, including the proper use of PPE and barrier equipment when entering electrical panels. Supporting manufacturing needs in a timely and efficient manner to help ensure on-time delivery to customers Support the continuous improvement of culture through great interpersonal abilities, being a team player and displaying initiative. At Lumbermen’s, our business is built on relationships. It’s crucial that the person selected to fill this role is a safety-minded team player who gets energy from contributing to collaborative success. This position offers a $300 annual clothing allowance to offset costs for work apparel, protective footwear, and PPE. REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE High School diploma/GED required Valid drivers’ license REQUIRED SKILLS Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to work and communicate effectively with fellow employees Ability to handle a variety of tasks at one time Organizational skills DESIRED SKILLS Ability to read electrical wiring schematics Experience performing maintenance on heavy woodworking machinery (CNC, lineal edgebander, etc) Working knowledge of CNCs, edgebanders, and panel saws High voltage troubleshooting and repair (110,220,208,277,480) Low voltage DC troubleshooting and repair PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to lift 50 lbs Must be able to drive an industrial fork lift (training is available) WHAT WE OFFER: Lumbermen’s…