Automation Maintenance Technician

Primary Responsibility :

Under close supervision, perform routine general maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse.

What You'll Do :

• Performs repairs and maintenance of automated equipment and machines in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Attends and participates in all assigned training as directed.
• Maintains tools, machinery, shop areas and keeps them in clean/operational condition.
• Utilizes tools and equipment carefully as instructed.
• Maintains batteries and chargers in working order in accordance with OSHA Standard.
• Conducts tests of safety equipment (Exit signs, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, etc.) to ensure OHSA and operational standards.
• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records.
• Assists answering security alarm calls as needed.
• Keeps work area 6S'd (clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required.
• Performs related work and other job assignments as required.
• Actively learns to use tools and diagnostic equipment to perform basic maintenance functions.

What Experience and Education You Need :

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and aptitude required.
• Mathematical and documentation skills necessary.
• Basic computer skills required (email, internet searches, basic data entry, etc.).
• May be expected to participate in HAZMAT responder training.
• Vocational/technical certification and/or training preferred.

What Could Set You Apart :

• Prior maintenance or mechanical experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Mathematical and documentation skills necessary.
• Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, if required, including on call.

Physical Requirements :

• May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of -15 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation)
• Must tolerate heights up to 35 ft.

and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalks
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
• Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to use hand and power tools
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and/or manipulate parts & tools
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.

Either naturally or with the aid of eye glasses
• Able to work nights and weekends
• Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may...