Technical Maintenance Mechanic

We are seeking an experienced Technical Maintenance Mechanic to join our maintenance team in a fast-paced warehouse and distribution environment. This role serves as a technical resource within the maintenance team, focusing on advanced troubleshooting, repair, installation, and preventive maintenance of conveyor systems, material handling equipment, and facility support equipment.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Equipment Troubleshooting & Repair
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic controls-related issues on material handling equipment.
  • Maintain and repair conveyor systems, sortation equipment, gearboxes, motors, VFDs, sensors, bearings, chains, belts, rollers, actuators, cylinders, and other associated components.
  • Troubleshoot and repair facility equipment including balers, carton sealers, air compressors, dock equipment, and other warehouse support systems.
  • Observe equipment in operation, identify root causes of mechanical failures, and implement corrective solutions.
  • Dismantle, inspect, repair, rebuild, or replace defective equipment and components as needed.
  • Test equipment following repairs to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
  • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities in accordance with established schedules and procedures.
  • Inspect equipment to identify wear patterns, misalignment, lubrication deficiencies, contamination, and potential failures before breakdowns occur.
  • Perform equipment adjustments, alignments, lubrication, component replacements, and reliability improvements.
  • Recommend and implement maintenance process improvements that enhance equipment performance and uptime.
• Electrical & Controls Support
  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems including motors, motor controls, contactors, relays, sensors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
  • Support troubleshooting of automated material handling equipment and control systems.
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and mechanical drawings.
  • Escalate complex PLC and controls issues when higher-level programming support is required.
• Technical Support & Continuous Improvement
  • Assist with installation, commissioning, and modification of conveyor systems and facility equipment.
  • Participate in root cause analysis activities to identify and eliminate recurring equipment failures.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Maintenance Mechanics and newer technicians.
  • Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Documentation & Inventory Management
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair documentation, and work order completion in the CMMS.
  • Document labor, parts usage, equipment failures, and corrective actions.
  • Monitor spare parts inventory and coordinate replacement part requirements.
  • Assist with identifying, ordering, and tracking maintenance parts and materials.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Follow all OSHA, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and facility safety requirements.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
  • Participate in safety inspections, audits, and incident prevention initiatives.
  • Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Required
  • 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or automated material handling environment.
  • Extensive experience troubleshooting and repairing conveyor systems.
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Conveyors and sortation systems
    • Motors and gearboxes
    • Bearings, chains, belts, and rollers
    • Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
    • Electrical systems and VFDs
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
  • Experience using troubleshooting and diagnostic tools including multimeters and precision measuring instruments.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Preferred
  • Experience with automated warehouse systems, ASRS, shuttles, lifts, AGVs/AMRs, or advanced sortation systems.
  • Previous CMMS experience (SAP PM, Maximo, Fiix, or similar).
  • Electrical certification.
  • OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, or Lockout/Tagout training.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, and work in confined or elevated spaces.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Work in warehouse environments with varying temperatures and conditions.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and emergency call-ins as needed.

Schedule

Wednesday–Saturday, Day Shift: 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Pay

The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $34.00–42.00 per hour. The company may adjust this range based on prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location.