Janitorial Equipment Repair Mechanic

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$26.45 per hour

Job Summary

As a representative for our company, you will be responsible for assisting with troubleshooting, diagnostics, repairs on maintenance equipment such as conveyor systems, forklift, heavy equipment for assigned facilities, with an emphasis on electrical maintenance and repairs. Maintenance mechanics will be skilled in repairing and maintaining a wide variety of equipment, and skills are expected to be cross-transferable.

Job Description

Essential Functions

Perform routine, emergency, and preventative maintenance on either forklifts or conveyor systems. Repair and make adjustments to equipment utilizing hand tools. Assists in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of pumps, valves, pneumatic controls, electrical, mechanical and hydraulic devices. Possess competent knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in facility maintenance. Work with Big Lot's staff members and support the team as needed. For conveyor repair: install belts in machinery, tightens bolts, adjusts tension rolls, straightens parts, and align rollers. For forklift repair: Interpret manufacturer's technical manuals to perform maintenance/repair as needed. Troubleshoot issues such as brakes, electrical and hydraulic systems, detect imperfections, potential problems, safety issues and/or malfunctions. Electrical and troubleshooting skills up to 480v. Respond immediately to emergency situations and customer concerns. Practice safe work habits at all times Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency and Company directives as related to building operations and practice safe work habits. Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment. Additional repair and maintenance around facility as needed.

Knowledge and Skills

Prior flat belt conveyor experience or experience with electrical forklifts High speed sorter experience huge plus Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in maintenance work. Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively

Education and Work Experience

1-3 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic, repairing and maintaining heavy equipment Forklift mechanic, certified Operator

Work Environment

Small-to-large work environment. Safety glasses required while performing certain tasks. Fast paced work environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Exposed to a combination of normal office type environments and shop environments. Regularly exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes and noise.

Requirements

Have own basic hand tools and battery drill

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear. Ability to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds of office or facilities equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and ability to safely install rigging/lifting devices. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Flagship is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

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