DC Conveyor Technician

Abercrombie & Fitch•Columbus, OH

10d

About The Position

The Conveyor Technician supports the distribution center maintenance team by helping ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of powered conveyor systems. The role involves hands-on troubleshooting, clearing jams, performing diagnostic checks and preventative maintenance, and helping identify root causes of recurring problems. The technician follows mechanical drawings and parts breakdowns, works with electrical prints and schematics, and records repairs, parts used, and task time in the A&F maintenance database. The role requires working with 120V and 24VDC circuits, 120/480V motors, and components such as brakes, soft starts, and VFDs. It also involves working at heights of 30 feet or more, climbing stairs, and working over and under conveyor lines. The technician contributes to a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, and may occasionally assist with building maintenance, lift equipment, or grounds work. The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The technician must be willing to work overtime and come in early or stay late to complete repairs, and must maintain a positive attitude under pressure.

Requirements

Conveyor maintenance experience and extensive knowledge of powered conveyors and associated equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot conveyor systems and perform diagnostic checks.
Ability to follow mechanical drawings and parts breakdowns.
Basic knowledge of PCs.
Familiarity with 120V and 24VDC circuits and 120/480V motors.
Ability to wire 480V motors and accessories such as brakes, soft starts, and VFDs.
Familiarity with lockout/tagout procedures and PPE applications.
Ability to work at heights of 30 feet or more, climb multiple flights of stairs, and work over and under conveyor lines.
Ability to perform preventative maintenance and recognize potential equipment breakdowns.
Willingness to work overtime and to come in early or stay late when needed.
Ability to work under pressure and maintain a positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read electrical prints.
Welding and machining experience.
Familiarity with Rapistan/Dematic conveyors.
Familiarity with SDI conveyors.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot powered conveyor systems and perform diagnostic checks.
Clear conveyor jams and identify root causes of recurring problems and high-jam areas.
Perform preventative maintenance in a timely manner and identify potential breakdowns, determining whether repairs are needed immediately or can wait until the next PM.
Follow mechanical drawings and parts breakdowns, and use electrical prints or schematics as applicable.
Wire 480V motors and accessories such as brakes, soft starts, and VFDs.
Document repairs, parts used, and time spent completing tasks in the A&F maintenance database.
Follow lockout/tagout procedures and PPE requirements.
Work over and under conveyor lines, climb multiple flights of stairs, and work at heights of 30 feet or more.
Provide assistance in other areas as needed, including building maintenance, lift equipment, and grounds.
Work overtime or come in early or stay late when needed to complete repairs.