Facility Maintenance Mechanics (Mechanics) perform preventive maintenance and repair on material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and conveyor systems.  Mechanics also maintain and repair general building infrastructure which includes but is not limited to pallet racking, overhead doors, HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and electrical equipment.  Mechanics maintain and repair a wide variety of industrial equipment such as sweepers, scrubbers, bailers, pallet sorters, dock levelers, carts, cranes, dollies and other equipment used in a warehouse environment.  Mechanics may also perform maintenance and repair to compressors and other ammonia refrigeration equipment, change industrial batteries in material handling equipment, and maintain industrial batteries to achieve maximum lifecycle and operation.  Mechanics are often tasked with light remodeling, carpentry and painting, moving office furniture, and working as assigned to prepare for and assist with work performed by outside contractors.

Mechanics perform inspections of equipment and building infrastructure as scheduled to find problems that may result in equipment failures and downtime.  Mechanics will also troubleshoot and repair problems using advanced skills and techniques.  Some work is done independently, and some is performed with other Facility Maintenance Team Members. 

Mechanics are required to complete work orders, change job assignments as needed, manage their time effectively to maximize output, and work together with other Mechanics to ensure safe and efficient operations occur with minimal downtime to essential equipment and infrastructure.

SKILLS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Experience and training in trouble shooting, preventative maintenance and repair in the areas of material handling equipment, conveyors, and general building and facilities is preferred.  Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems is preferred but not required.  Mechanics must provide and use their own basic tools and a locking toolbox.  Large or specialized tools are provided by the company.

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, twist and turn frequently.  Mechanics use repetitive motions with shoulders, arms, wrists and hands while performing many tasks.  Working on, in, under or around equipment and infrastructure may require being in different positions to include working with arms overhead, laying prone, or from ladders and elevated surfaces while performing service procedures.

Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and at various heights to perform job duties. Ability to operate equipment such as maintenance related power equipment and hand tools, forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, scissor lifts, sweepers, scrubbers and various diagnostic equipment.

Mental alertness is necessary to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities. Ability to learn and follow Company and Distribution Center policies regarding safe operation of forklifts and pallet jacks, maintenance related power equipment and hand tools. Ability to learn and follow Distribution Center policies and procedures encompassing Purchase Orders, Parts Requisitions and Inventory and Maintenance Orders. Ability to read and comprehend all labeling on hazardous materials and equipment in the facility.

Exposures to potential hazards exist with respect to equipment and materials necessary to perform job functions. Potential exposure exists to high voltage current, welding equipment, vehicle and equipment lubricants and solvents. Noise exposure is within normal warehouse expectation

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

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