Maintenance Technician III (Day Shift) (JO-2805-ENG)

About the position

Day Shift opportunity supporting Gildan's Charleston distribution center and offices (7 AM - 7 PM). Independently leads the performance of maintenance operations from verbal/written instructions and established procedures to get assigned tasks accomplished. Performs advanced electrical repairs and mechanical maintenance on warehouse distribution equipment and facility systems on a routine basis relying on training and experience to plan and accomplish assigned tasks and keep the warehouse operations functioning in a safe and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Performs intermediate to advanced level troubleshooting procedures for mechanical and electrical issues connected with facility, equipment and conveyor systems in accordance with established safety, performance and quality standards.
• Installs, uninstalls, repairs and services warehouse conveyors, machinery and equipment and assists with emergency breakdown repairs.
• Installs and relocates equipment and runs computer cables and wiring as required to meet facility needs.
• Reads, understands and utilizes technical manuals, electrical and mechanical blueprints, schematics and written instructions to perform intermediate to advanced level maintenance.
• Draws from technical support sites, customer contacts and internet troubleshooting resources to aid in the repair of equipment.
• Diagnoses and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Installs power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed machines and equipment such as conveyors and programmable controllers.
• Operates hand and power tools to complete general carpentry tasks.
• Conducts routine maintenance and inspections on facility safety systems (sprinkler, generator, etc.).
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors, relays, switches, photo eyes, sensors and circuit boards and replaces electric motor bearings and rewires motors as needed.
• Performs customary predictive, preventative and corrective maintenance tasks in support of the company preventative maintenance program.
• Supports company inspection and testing programs including fire and security systems, backup generator, etc.
• Logs required information in the company CMMS (emaint) tracking system to maintain parts inventory.
• Operates company trucks and material handling equipment (MHE) and performs intermediate level repairs on trailers, trucks and MHE.
• Trains, guides and mentors junior team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or Supervisor to meet business needs.

Requirements

• Seeking experienced maintenance professional in manufacturing, distribution, or related environment. Minimum of 1-3 years of relevant experience required.
• Must have electrical troubleshooting skills. Experience troubleshooting PLCs strongly preferred.
• Must be able to successfully pass Equipment Operator training and operate equipment under established safety guidelines.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Must be able to maintain a high degree of focus to promote a safe work environment and prevent injury to others.
• Must be able to work safely from a variety of heights.
• Must be able to handle tools and possess advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to provide personal hand tools.
• Must be able to identify problems and recommend solutions.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Must have experience with preventative maintenance programs.
• Conveyor system experience strongly preferred.
• Must have advanced knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Vision is required to read instruction, interpret data, and be aware of surroundings.
• Hearing is required in order to receive and follow work instructions.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience troubleshooting PLCs strongly preferred.
• Conveyor system experience strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Join one of the world's most sustainably managed companies, dual-listed (NYSE and TSX) and with a market capitalization of over USD $5 billion.
• Connect with leaders to help take your career to new heights.
• Join a collaborative work culture centered around values of empowerment, entrepreneurial spirit, and responsibility.
• Benefit from mentorship and development opportunities.
• Take advantage and have access of our competitive benefits packages.