1st Shift Forklift Technician

General Summary:
Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on the distribution center's industrial machinery, equipment, grounds and structures and assists skilled maintenance personnel with repairs in a safe and professional manner. Also, supports operations the Battery room and Sweeper scrubber duties.

Shift: Monday through Friday 5am to 3:30pm

Pay: $26/hr

Essential Job Functions:

• Follows set safety procedures and guidelines to maximize personal safety and safety of the DC associates.

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment (e.g., lift trucks, pneumatic systems, material handling equipment, hydraulic equipment, dock equipment, electronic and electrical equipment, etc.) according to procedures.

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on complex material handling systems.

• Perform maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair of facility systems including fire control systems, alarm systems, 2 way radio systems, and dock door systems.

• Troubleshoot basic problems with equipment where the repair is visible or obvious.

• Assist other maintenance technicians in the repair and maintenance of equipment.

• Maintains an organized work area and promotes a safe working environment with the Maintenance department.

• Communicate with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing (e.g. customers, suppliers, associates).

• Complete work orders, records, logs and other written or computer-based documents according to established procedures.

• Operate material handling equipment, battery equipment, moving machinery, and other powered equipment.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent, trade school preferred

• 1 year of experience repairing/maintaining mechanical or electrical equipment in an industrial or non-industrial setting OR two years related vocational training

• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools operation

• Ability to understand maintenance manuals and electrical equipment blueprints

• Preferred experience with 3-phase 480-volt industrial electrical systems and motor controls Experience

• Team Member will perform shift work and must be willing to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.

• Customer service oriented