Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

This role focuses on performing mechanical and electrical troubleshooting within a busy distribution center. You will carry out both reactive and preventive maintenance, repair forklifts and material handling equipment, and ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently using appropriate hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting on equipment within the distribution center.
• Carry out reactive maintenance to quickly address equipment breakdowns and operational issues.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and extend the life of machinery and systems.
• Utilize hand and power tools safely and effectively to perform maintenance and repair tasks.
• Complete mechanical and electrical repairs on forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Diagnose and repair issues related to hydraulics, pneumatics, and conveyor systems.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting to identify faults and restore equipment to proper operation.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintenance-related safety regulations at all times.
• Document maintenance activities as required to support ongoing equipment reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with other technicians to resolve complex maintenance issues and support smooth distribution center operations.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to perform mechanical troubleshooting on industrial and material handling equipment.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting in a distribution or industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and the ability to diagnose and repair hydraulic systems.
• Working knowledge of pneumatics and the ability to diagnose and repair pneumatic systems.
• Experience with conveyor maintenance, including inspection, adjustment, and repair.
• Ability to perform mechanical and electrical repairs on forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Proficient use of hand and power tools for maintenance and repair tasks.
• Strong awareness of and adherence to safety protocols and maintenance safety regulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any education related to the maintenance industry is considered a strong asset.
• Certifications related to maintenance, mechanical, electrical, or industrial technology are a bonus.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a maintenance team and support fellow technicians.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues under time constraints.
• Good communication skills to coordinate work and report maintenance findings.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy immediate discounts on retail items starting from the first day. After transitioning to full-time employment, team members become eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan. The organization offers paid holidays and paid vacation, supporting long-term financial security and work-life balance in a stable operational environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a non-climate-controlled distribution center environment where equipment and systems operate continuously. You will work alongside a team of six other maintenance technicians, collaborating closely to keep operations running smoothly. Closed-toe shoes are required as part of the safety-focused dress code, and you will regularly work around industrial machinery, conveyors, and material handling equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springfield, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.10 - $36.65/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)