Maintenance Tech III First Shift - Distribution Center

What You’ll Do

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, repair, and diagnostics for conveyor systems, automation equipment, electrical systems, and material handling equipment (MHE).
• Serve as the technical escalation point for complex mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues.
• Troubleshoot and support PLC-controlled systems, VFDs, servo drives, sensors, encoders, and associated controls (Allen-Bradley preferred).
• Identify root causes of recurring equipment failures and implement long-term corrective solutions.
• Ensure 100% completion of Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs, while recommending improvements to PM strategies to reduce downtime and extend asset life.
• Partner with leadership to support continuous improvement and system reliability initiatives.
• Mentor and support Maintenance Technicians I and II through hands-on guidance, troubleshooting support, and knowledge sharing.
• Aid in onboarding and training of new maintenance team members.
• Maintain strong working relationships across Operations, Engineering, Safety, and Leadership.
• Support or lead capital projects, equipment installations, and system upgrades.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors, ensuring work is completed safely, correctly, and to Staples standards.
• Validate work quality and confirm operational readiness following installations and repairs.
• Complete work orders with clear technical detail, including corrective actions and root-cause observations.
• Communicate effectively on downtime events, equipment risks, and maintenance priorities.
• Lead by example with safety, documentation accuracy, and professionalism.

Essential Skills & Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a distribution center, manufacturing, or automated environment
• Advanced electrical troubleshooting experience ranging from 24V DC to 460V AC (3-phase)
• Strong working knowledge of: Automated conveyor systems and controls, Industrial electrical, electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatics, PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred), VFDs, motors, sensors, relays, and control circuits
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Proficiency using electrical diagnostic tools (digital and analog meters)
• Ability to complete detailed work orders and documentation
• Strong safety mindset and ability to work independently during critical events
• Ability to be trained and certified on powered industrial equipment (forklift, EPJ, etc.)

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Trade school or technical degree (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics)
• Prior experience in a lead or senior maintenance role
• Experience supporting automation upgrades or capital installs
• Familiarity with reliability or continuous improvement practices
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Role operates in a warehouse environment with exposure to temperature variations, heights (up to 50 feet), welding fumes, dust, vibration, and industrial chemicals
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching
• Continuous standing and/or walking (up to 5 miles daily)
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access elevated platforms safely
• Ability to work in a moderate noise environment
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and work safely around automated equipment