Maintenance Technician III

Job Description: With minimum supervision, perform duties to maintain, repair, test/production equipment. Builds engineering designed circuits for testing and production equipment.

Job Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions:

• 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
• Troubleshooting ability of AC/DC control circuits
• 120/240 VAC and 440/480 VAC single and three phase power circuits
• Have 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 consisting of relay logic.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade various in house-built equipment.
• Diagnoses and repair complex electrical issues including motors, drives, control circuits, and power systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and 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 like volt/ohmmeters, and oscilloscopes
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring 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.
• Vacuum system maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Repair and rebuild mechanical, diffusion and ion vacuum pumps.
• Perform building and grounds maintenance.
• Move and install mechanical and electrical equipment that may require electrical, gas, cooling water and compressed air services.
• Assemble and disassemble cubicles and furniture.
• Certified forklift and man lift operator.
• Support ISO9001 quality standards as related to job duties.
• Handles hazardous waste.
• Must be able to be “on call”. Must be within 45 minutes of facility when on call.

Non-essential Job Functions:

• Rough carpentry work (erect walls, build crates etc.)
• Plumbing skills
• Welding skills
• HVAC experience
• Certified forklift and man lift operator

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualification Requirements: 5-7 years’ prior industrial maintenance experience in the areas of electrical and mechanical maintenance. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Working Environment: Work may be in the factory, warehouse, and office area or outside of the facility. May have to work at other locations, which may not have air conditioning

About Richardson Electronics: Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global manufacturer of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes, and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components including green energy solutions; high-value replacement parts, tubes, and service training for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. More than 60% of our products are manufactured in LaFox, Illinois, Marlborough, Massachusetts, or Donaueschingen, Germany, or by one of our manufacturing partners throughout the world. All our partners manufacture to our strict specifications and adhere to our supplier terms and conditions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific, and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its global infrastructure. More information is available at www.rell.com.

Our manufacturing facility operates under lean manufacturing principles, which means we are focused on efficiency, continuous improvement, and meeting customer demand in real time. As part of our team, you may be asked to flex between different areas or responsibilities depending on production needs. This flexibility is key to how we maintain a responsive, high-performing operation.

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 believe in creating 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. Our ability to bring together individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives is essential to our continued global success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

*Must be authorized to work in the US.

Please send resume to: [email protected]

Required postings:

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf

Employer Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf

Invitation to Self-Identify https://www.rell.com/webfoo/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Invitation-to-Self-Identify.pdf

Pay Range: $31-$35/hr plus incentive

Benefits: Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance with multiple PPO and HSA plan options, as well as dental and vision coverage. We offer flexible spending accounts (FSA), life insurance, voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability (STD & LTD), an employee assistance program (EAP), smoking cessation support, weight management program, pet insurance, LifeLock identity protection, and a 401(k)-retirement plan. Additionally, we provide generous vacation time, sick/personal days, 10 paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement to support ongoing education and work-life balance.