Maintenance Technician - Military Veterans
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The Maintenance Technician (MT) will be responsible for assisting in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the automated packaging and distribution equipment.
A successful candidate in this role will accomplish the following:
Perform preventative/predictive maintenance of conveyance equipment using the appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals
Maintain and repair distribution center racking
Complete preventative maintenance routines, documentation and procedures
Track and store department inventory, including spare parts
Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization
Conduct maintenance and basic troubleshooting of robotics and robotic work cells
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all material handling equipment components
Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachs, etc.
Assist in mentoring junior technicians by providing guidance and directions to help them develop their skill set
Assist with basic electronics/ Programmable Logic Controls troubleshooting
Physical Demands (must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
Lift and move totes up to 49 pounds each
Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head
Occasionally push and pull wheeled dollies loaded with products up to 100 pounds during site visits
Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists
Walking in the FC and around area with great frequency; facilities are over a quarter mile in length
Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation
Dexterity in eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals), manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation)
Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces
Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours
Basic Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to work all days and shifts, including overtime (24 hours a day, 7 days a week operation, including holidays)
PC competency, Word & Excel and Windows OS
Experience in the following areas:
o Automated conveyors systems and controls
o Repair of material handling equipment
o Predictive/ Preventative maintenance tools and procedures
o Metal and wood fabrication
o Blueprint and electrical schematic reading
o Electrical and electronic principles
Preferred Qualifications
Degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field
2+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the Mechanical or Electrical field
Experience with Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards accordance with Original
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Safety standards
Project Management experience
Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Experience with robotic operation/ maintenance
Able to troubleshoot basic Input/Output functions
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