Distribution Center Maintenance Technician

Davids Bridal • Bristol, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Center Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment, including forklifts, conveyors, and other warehouse power equipment, to ensure availability and safe operation. This is a full-time, onsite position at a distribution center, scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; the schedule may be adjusted based on operational needs.

The role performs skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, advanced and emergency repairs, preventive maintenance, facility inspections, and electrical repairs on equipment and facility systems rated at 480 volts and below. High-voltage electrical work is not required. The technician also performs plumbing maintenance and basic carpentry repairs, documents completed work, responds to service calls, and communicates with the DC Facility Manager about maintenance activity and concerns.

The position requires a one-year college or technical-school certificate, at least three years of related experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment, and training or certification to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair applicable forklift equipment. A current forklift operator certification is required or must be obtained within the timeframe established by the company. The work includes travel between distribution center locations as required and physical activity in a distribution center that is not temperature controlled.

Requirements

• One-year certificate from a college or technical school.
• At least three years of related experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.
• Training or certification to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair applicable forklift equipment.
• Current forklift operator certification, or ability to obtain it within the timeframe established by the company.
• Strong working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and industrial systems.
• Ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair forklifts, conveyors, warehouse equipment, plumbing systems, and facility components.
• Ability to safely perform electrical maintenance and repairs on systems rated at 480 volts and below.
• Ability to complete basic carpentry and facility repairs.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, electrical and mechanical schematics, and work orders.
• Ability to accurately document maintenance work and communicate repair status, safety concerns, and vendor activity to management.
• Ability to travel between distribution center locations and by car, rail, or air as required.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and mechanical tools to repair machinery and equipment.
• Ability to balance, bend, kneel, squat, reach, and move throughout the distribution center.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a distribution center that is not temperature controlled, including hot summer and cold winter conditions.
• Ability to wear required PPE and follow company safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance is strongly preferred.
• Five to ten years of related maintenance experience is preferred.
• PLC experience preferred.
• HVAC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, and advanced repairs on forklifts, conveyors, and other warehouse equipment.
• Complete emergency and scheduled repairs, preventive maintenance, and daily facility inspections.
• Perform electrical maintenance and repairs on equipment and facility systems rated at 480 volts and below; high-voltage electrical work is not required.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, inspections, and repairs according to company standards and OSHA requirements.
• Communicate daily with the DC Facility Manager regarding repairs, vendor visits, inspection findings, equipment concerns, and completed work.
• Respond promptly to service calls from the distribution center management team.
• Maintain clean work areas and follow safety procedures, rules, and required PPE standards.
• Perform plumbing maintenance and carpentry repairs as needed.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical documents, schematics, and work orders to complete maintenance and repairs.
• Travel between distribution center locations as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree