Maintenance Tech

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Maintenance Tech

Full Time Delaware, OH, US

Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

Job Type: Full-Time | Hourly
Location: On-Site – Delaware, Ohio
Compensation: Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications

About JEGS

For more than 65 years, JEGS has been a trusted name in the high-performance automotive industry. From our iconic mail-order catalogs to one of the nation’s leading e-commerce destinations, we provide automotive enthusiasts, professional racers, and restoration experts with the parts and expertise they need.

Position Summary

JEGS is seeking an experienced Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician to help keep our climate-controlled distribution center operating safely, efficiently, and reliably.

This position is responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance of conveyor systems, material-handling equipment, facility systems, and building infrastructure . The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills who can quickly identify issues, make repairs, and minimize equipment downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and maintenance emergencies to minimize operational downtime.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain conveyor systems, automated equipment, and other distribution center machinery.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic PLC troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, electrical schematics, and work orders.
• Replace defective components, make equipment adjustments, and test repairs to ensure proper operation.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on conveyors, machinery, powered industrial equipment, and facility systems.
• Inspect equipment and identify potential issues before they result in equipment failure.
• Perform general facility maintenance, including minor plumbing, carpentry, and building repairs.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, aerial lifts, forklifts, and other maintenance equipment.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete assigned work orders.
• Communicate equipment issues, repair needs, and recommendations to leadership.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of maintenance experience in a distribution, manufacturing, industrial, or similar environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and equipment documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and determine appropriate repair solutions.
• Ability to work at heights of up to 50 feet while operating aerial lifts.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work throughout an entire shift.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds .
• Willingness and ability to become certified to operate powered industrial equipment, including stand-up forklifts.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and preventative maintenance practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining conveyor systems and automated material-handling equipment .
• Experience working in a distribution center or high-volume warehouse environment.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other warehouse equipment.
• Basic welding, fabrication, or machining experience.
• Experience working with computerized maintenance management systems ( CMMS ).
• Basic PLC troubleshooting experience.Experience with electrical controls, motors, sensors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be:

• A strong troubleshooter and problem solver .
• Mechanically inclined and comfortable working with a variety of equipment.
• Detail-oriented and committed to doing quality work.
• Able to work independently while also contributing to a team.
• Dependable, responsive, and willing to take ownership of maintenance issues.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly.
• Committed to safety, organization, and continuous improvement.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

This is an on-site, hands-on maintenance position within a climate-controlled distribution center.

The position may require:

• Working on your feet for extended periods.
• Frequent walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and lifting.
• Working from ladders and aerial lifts at heights up to 50 feet.
• Lifting and moving equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Working around conveyors, powered industrial equipment, electrical systems, and other industrial machinery.
• Responding to maintenance issues throughout the distribution center.

JEGS offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company participation
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount
• Employee Referral Program
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Why Join JEGS?

Maintenance is essential to everything we do at JEGS. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to use a broad range of technical skills while working with conveyor systems, facility equipment, and automated material-handling systems in a modern distribution environment.

You’ll be part of a team that directly impacts our ability to get automotive parts into the hands of customers and enthusiasts across the country.