Maintenance Technician

Roadtex Transportation, a leader in the nationwide LTL industry, specializes in transporting time and temperature-sensitive products. We handle refrigerated and LTL needs through no sailing schedules, a nationwide network of 32 strategically placed temperature-controlled facilities, state-of-the-art tracking, and specialized equipment and warehousing capabilities. In 2022, Roadtex was acquired by Echo Global Logistics, expanding our transportation management solutions and national warehouse footprint.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance and repair of all warehouse equipment, including mechanical, electrical, and conveyor systems.
• Maintain 40-50 machines, including tapers, label printers, robots, and other automated systems.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to equipment, combining both mechanical and electrical repairs (e.g., lockout/tagout procedures, electrical panel shutdowns).
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Develop and implement safety programs and training for warehouse personnel.
• Provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and logistics departments to resolve technical issues and improve operations.
• Manage overstock parts, ensuring they are logged and ordered as needed.
• Train and mentor maintenance personnel on best practices in equipment operation, maintenance, and safety.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve operations.
• Perform facility maintenance for the three buildings on the Roadtex Warehouse Services campus.

Requirements

• Certification in Mechanical Maintenance or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in equipment maintenance at a mid-size to large facility.
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, maintenance practices, and reliability engineering.
• Experience with project management and safety training.
• Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Maintenance & Reliability (CMRP).
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

Working Conditions

• Primarily warehouse-based with some office work.
• Occasional travel to other facilities or vendors.
• Must be able to work in varying conditions, including exposure to noise, heat, and hazardous materials.