Facilities and Equipment Maintenance Technician, 1st Shift

ResMed•Lithia Springs, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities and Equipment Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of all conveyor line equipment and minor building maintenance at the Atlanta distribution site. These duties include conveyor equipment repairs, managing equipment spare parts inventory, maintaining equipment service PM’s, and performing general maintenance duties. This role will interface with all internal site departments and help manage outside contractors and vendors to ensure work is completed safely.

Requirements

Excellent technical and operational knowledge of conveyor line automation and supporting equipment systems
Ability to troubleshoot conveyor line automation and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in a high-volume conveyor line distribution center
Must be proficient in pneumatics and electrical systems
Ability to read and interpret CAD layouts, illustrated parts breakdown (IPB), diagrams, and electrical circuitry drawings
Required High School diploma
Conveyor line equipment repair and preventative maintenance experience
Strong aptitude for using the required tools needed to make equipment repairs
Basic understanding of blueprints and schematics and able to troubleshoot/analyze problems
Previous experience in a related position, preferably in a distribution center or equipment maintenance environment
Great interpersonal and communication skills that lead to positive teamwork with all departments, vendors, and contractors
Strong organizational skills; attention to detail, and self-management
Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
Positive mental attitude, dependable, dedicated, and strong work ethic
Strong drive for continuous improvement and business excellence
Able to train and mentor other team members on equipment repairs and maintenance
Able to provide “on-call” coverage outside of normal shift hours if needed to support DC operations
Technical vocational training OR bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, facilities/plant management OR equivalent equipment and building maintenance experience in the field
Knowledge of automation systems (WCS) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Forklift experience

Responsibilities

Conveyor line maintenance and repair, including line shaft, O-ring, slat, belt, and motor replacement as needed, monitor scanners to optimize product flow between transfer and diverts, adjust photo-eyes to clear jams, and monitor print and apply automation
Performs and manages preventative and predictive maintenance for all distribution center conveyor line automation and supporting equipment
Follow site lock-out, tag out safety policies during the course of the repair and preventative maintenance process
Manages equipment spare parts inventory to ensure all recommended spare parts are onsite when repairs are needed
Assists facility manager with directing site contractor services and PM’s, including HVAC, generator, air compressor, sprinkler systems, fire risers, fire extinguisher inspections, electrical maintenance, dock door and leveler maintenance, pest control, janitorial, and other supporting site equipment and services
Assists safety manager in executing site health & safety initiatives to comply with site goals and objectives. Identifies, reports, and corrects any safety hazards observed
Conduct weekly inspections via facility checklist to identify and correct issues that need repair and service
Monitor all site electrical, mechanical, lighting, & plumbing systems. Schedule service provider response and repair as needed
Perform minor light building maintenance
Manages Materials Handling Equipment (forklift, pallet jack) inspections, PM scheduling, monitor, report, and schedule repairs any MHE issue that need to be addressed
Helps manage forklift and pedestrian traffic flow and safety management, including stop sign, forklift lane, and pedestrian lane safety visuals
Partners with conveyor systems software provider and IT to help trouble-shoot Warehouse Control and Management Systems (WCS/WMS) as needed
Assist with managing site Covid-19 site protocol and disinfection requirements