Maintenance Mechanic III

Office Depot • Weston, FL

18h • $26 - $32

About The Position

The purpose of a Maintenance Mechanic III is to maintain and troubleshoot various Sortation Controls and building needs.; This requires advanced or mastered understanding for troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems.; There is a strong emphasis on the troubleshooting and fine-tuning of electrical, PLC, and sortation controls to ensure the system is operating at peak production requirements.; This technician responds to all critical and emergency issues within the facility and is responsible for prioritizing multiple demands and making independent decisions based on critical needs.; Additionally, this position will provide guidance and mentoring to Maintenance Mechanic I and II partners within the facility.

Requirements

• REQUIRED: Conveyors and PLC background. Self-starter, flexible, experienced in troubleshooting and repairing automated distribution center equipment safely and efficiently.
• High School diploma or equivalent edu preferred
• Industrial mechanic trade school courses or certificate (i.e., electrical, controls, plumbing, welding, etc.) or equivalent experience
• Minimum of five years’ experience with mechanical and electrical systems, including conveyor/sortation systems and related equipment, in a fast-paced production environment
• Previous experience with and working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including conveyor and related systems in a fast past environment
• Previous experience with Dematic conveyors and related production equipment and systems (i.e., Rapid Route, Flex Sort, Crown, Raymond)
• Ability to follow blueprints, technical manuals, and engineering specifications
• Possess strong prioritization skills and be able to make decisions independently
• Possess strong organizational skills and have the ability to oversee the timely completion of multiple tasks daily
• Ability to train new employees and mentor junior technicians
• Good working knowledge of building codes, National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFTA) and OSHA regulations
• Ability to be on call, work days or nights, weekends and overtime if needed
• Strong computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Advanced mastery of PLC and sortation control systems
• Working knowledge of standard building codes and safety regulations
• Strong verbal and written communications skills

Responsibilities

• Building Maintenance – Performs general facility repairs such as minor plumbing, general electric, lighting, painting, and wall repair.; Perform minor repairs on doors and dock plates to resolve problems and ensure successful operation.; Assists Senior Mechanics with all major repairs and Tenant Improvement work as requested.; Communicate with all peers, customers, and management to accomplish assigned and critical tasks.; Oversees Third Party project completion.
• Conveyor System – Supports and performs reactive repairs and preventative maintenance to maintain operation of conveyors and sorter equipment, including the assembly/disassembly of pneumatic sub-systems.; Troubleshoots conveyor system controls and adjusts/calibrates or repairs as needed.; Works with vendor partners to determine the root cause of issues and appropriate corrections.; Oversee production-related issues and makes necessary corrections to sortation controls as needed.
• Equipment Maintenance – Performs preventative maintenance to production-related equipment, Powered Industrial Trucks, and building equipment as needed.; Maintains complete inventory and cleaning of all equipment and work areas.; Identifies and corrects safety hazards and potential maintenance issues before they become critical.; Supports the design and implementation of continuous improvement processes.
• Electrical – Performs trouble-shooting and needed tasks involving low and high voltage electrical; and control systems of 480 volt devices (AC and DC),; including repair or replacement of system components.
• System Installation, Design, Construction and Repair – Recommends and performs installations of new or replacement facility equipment.; Works with or oversees In-House and Third Party installation.
• Problem Solving – Detect, diagnose, and resolve electrical, mechanical, plumbing, heating/cooling, and equipment problems before they impact the operation of the facility.
• Facility Cleanliness / Safety – Oversees and ensures the maintenance shop area is organized, neat and clean.; Identifies and acts immediately regarding any safety hazards, spills, etc., to avoid the risk of accidents.; Uses safe lifting techniques and operates power equipment in a safe minor.; Abide by all stated regulations while performing works, i.e., lockout/tag out procedures, etc.; Oversees inventories, repairs and clean-up of equipment and work areas daily.; Communicate with all peers, customers, and management regarding safety issues and training requirements.
• Fabrication – Utilize materials and tools to design/create/repair custom equipment to support the operation (i.e., wood, metal, etc.).
• Record Keeping -- Perform necessary data entry (i.e., work order tracking/filing) and keep current tools and documents updated as necessary (i.e., Material Safety Data Sheets).; Maintains records to ensure accountability of time, parts and repairs.
• Other Duties / Projects – Must have the ability to read blueprints, manuals and schematics and interpret technical manuals.; Must prioritize of tasks to ensure all requests are completed in a timely manner.; Trains new associates in operational procedures, use of safety equipment and safety hazards.; Communicates with and provides completed Work Orders or updates daily to management.; Must possess ability to oversee small/medium-sized projects within the facility and provide oversight of Third Party vendors.

Benefits

• The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED