Maintenance Technician 1

Target•Fridley, MN

14d•$31 - $37

About The Position

As an Engineering & Facilities Maintenance Mechanic 1, you will maintain and repair automated material handling and facility equipment, and ensure high equipment availability rates. You will use preventive and predictive maintenance processes, and rapidly troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and quickly restore equipment to service to support the successful operation of the supply chain facility. You will work with other Target mechanics to solve problems, validate quality of work for outside specialty contractors, and meet aggressive time lines. You will collaborate with Senior Systems Engineers to perform Root Cause Analysis for equipment failures. This is an entry-level position in the mechanic role with promotion potential to Maintenance Mechanic 2, by completing and demonstrating proficiency in all related Mechanic 2 job requirements, measured by both hands-on validation and by a written assessment. A successful candidate in this role will:

Requirements

Basic PC competency and ability to use mobile apps on handheld devices
Familiar with simple wiring diagrams, symbols and electrical measuring
Experience in the following areas:
Work order management
Preventive/predictive maintenance procedures
Commonly used industrial tools
Basic Carpentry and Plumbing
Basic blueprint and schematic reading
Basic AC/DC electrical and electronic principles
Basic metal fabrication and welding
Basic Industrial Controls
High school diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

Degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field
2+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the Mechanical or Electrical field
Experience with automated conveyor systems and controls
Experience with Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards
Experience with Programmable Logic Control (PLC) programs and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
Ability to troubleshoot basic Input/Output functions
Experience with robotic operation/ maintenance

Responsibilities

Maintain and perform basic troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical aspects of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) on site, including conveyor systems, sortation, scales and printer applicators
Demonstrate mechanical proficiency for hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and AC/DC electrical motors and drives
Adjust, reset, repair, or replace adjustable components (belts, chains, cables) and wearing components (guides, bearings, wheels, rollers, pulleys)
Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachometers, encoders, etc.
Clean, lubricate, and calibrate equipment
Use appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals
Perform preventative maintenance on facility equipment (i.e. Powered Industrial Trucks, HVAC, air compressors and dryers, and balers)
Perform basic electrical maintenance and simple repair/replace of various electrical circuits and related electronic equipment, using tools such as multi-meters and infrared thermometers
Read and understand basic electrical and electronic schematics
Utilize handheld devices and asset management system mobile apps to create and close Work Orders with appropriate data (labor hours, downtime, problem/cause/remedy, and parts used)
Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization
Follow appropriate safety procedures and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment (Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc.), and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards

Benefits

Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.
Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.
Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits

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