Maintenance Technician

Petco Job OpportunityWant to help pets live their best lives?We're proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what's right for pets and people.Pet First – Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.Foster the Fun – Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.Let's Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.About Petco:We're proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years — from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood — the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we're here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.Ensure the proper operation and maintenance of all rolling stock, machinery, equipment and in the facility. This position is also responsible for the day to day maintenance and upkeep of the interior and exterior of the facility.Essential Job Functions:Maintain and repair Raymond Stock Pickers, Stand-Up Reach Riders, sit-down forklifts, walkie and rider pallet jacks, as well as batteries and charging stationsMaintain and repair conveyor systems as neededMaintain equipment per Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specificationsTroubleshoot and repair all Material Handling Equipment (MHE) accuratelyInteract professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all professional contacts with an emphasis on the Company's interestsOrder parts, maintain proper inventory through a manual or automated processAbility to utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) program to open new work orders and check work historyMaintains battery and battery charging stationsAssess equipment and recommend an appropriate course of action.Interact professionally and effectively through verbal and written communication with all professional contacts with an emphasis on the Company's interests.Maintain and repair powered material handling equipment, pick carousels, conveyors and other automation equipment.Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.Duties and Responsibilities:Troubleshoot complex technical and mechanical problems including; repair and preventive service maintenance on all powered industrial equipment and automated warehouse equipment such as pick carousels, conveyors, shrink-wrap machines, balers, sortation systems and inventory storage racks.Maintain parts inventory and repair records for all equipment by completing accurate paperworkRead and interpret work orders, safety rules, mechanical and electrical drawings, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manualsPrioritizes maintenance of red tagged equipmentPerform preventive maintenance of rolling stock per OEM and equipment as requiredPerform repair and maintenance duties to the interior and exterior building structure including HVAC, electricity, plumbing, framing, roofing, painting, and other general building construction activities.Observe and promote established safety proceduresMay perform additional projects as assignedNature of Supervision:Minimal instruction is provided on some, but not all tasks to be performed, and work may be checked upon completion. In addition, some tasks and projects may be assigned which may last for several days or longer without supervisory direction or guidance, and only general direction or guidance may be provided in order to check project completion status, quality of work performed and adherence to specifications.Supervisory Responsibility:Although this position generally does not entail supervising other partners, management may delegate additional responsibility to include providing functional guidance, work direction and training to lower level Maintenance Technicians.Educational Background:The minimum educational background is a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED), along with 5 years of technical schooling and/or training in industrial maintenance or related field is required.Previous Experience:A minimum of 5 years of related experience is required. Position requires prior experience performing repairs and preventative maintenance on powered industrial equipment such as material handling equipment and automation systems including pick carousels, conveyance and sortation systems, PLCs, and other related equipment. Prior experience repairing and maintaining Crown and/or Raymond equipment required. Experience in a warehousing or manufacturing environment is preferred.Work Environment:In addition to extensive walking, bending, stooping and climbing, the nature of this position entails lifting up to 50 lbs, constant exposure to heat, cold, dirt, dust, fumes, and noise within the warehouse. While some job duties may occasionally be conducted outdoors, the majority of work is performed indoors. Position has a high risk of injury and requires consistent awareness and adherence to safety standards, policies, practices and procedures.Contacts:Contacts are primarily with the immediate supervisor and partners within the distribution center and generally involve the routine exchange of information. Routinely communicates with vendors and contractors.Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.