Maint Tech III

Barnes & Noble • Monroe Township, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician III performs maintenance duties to keep facility and material-handling equipment operating efficiently with minimal downtime. This includes troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining conveyor equipment, motors, gear reducers, pneumatic and hydraulic controls, and other facility equipment. The role also performs preventive maintenance and repairs, maintains an assigned zone, and provides technical guidance and training to other technicians. The position is scheduled for second shift, Sunday through Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The stated pay range is $27.00–$39.00 per hour, plus a $1.00 shift differential.

Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with employees and management at all levels and use email and spreadsheets.
• Experience reading schematics and drawings and following directions and instructions from vendors and internal sources.
• Knowledge of component, hardware, and repair-parts terminology and proper use of lifts, meters, and tools.
• Excellent attendance and the ability to respond promptly and appropriately to requests.
• Flexibility to cover shifts as needed and availability for overtime required to support operations and emergencies as determined by management.
• Ability to work in a busy, fast-paced environment and handle multiple assignments at once.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and work on lifts at heights of 45 feet.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds alone and 100 pounds with assistance.
• At least 3–5 years of practical knowledge troubleshooting motor controls and VFDs.
• Proven experience maintaining facilities and equipment, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and conveyor systems.
• Working knowledge and understanding of PLCs.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and the safety precautions necessary for maintenance duties, including the safe use of maintenance lubricants and chemicals.
• Extensive knowledge of component, hardware, and repair-parts terminology; proper use of lifts, meters, and tools; and electric circuits up to 480V AC three-phase and 48V DC.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or technical training.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and other maintenance functions on facility equipment as directed, with minimal supervision.
• Complete tasks efficiently and in accordance with company and safety policies.
• Keep equipment and shop areas clean and organized.
• Communicate effectively and positively with booksellers and vendors.
• Assist with new-hire orientation and training of maintenance staff as needed.
• Report safety, security, and work-progress issues to the maintenance supervisor.
• Provide feedback verbally and through shift reports.
• Stay current and continue learning by reading technical documentation and participating in required training.
• Maintain preventive maintenance and repairs in the assigned zone.
• Train other technicians in areas of expertise.
• Lead teams in projects and repairs.

Benefits

• Employee discounts, up to 50%.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Sick pay and paid time off.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Company-paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Healthcare and dependent-care spending accounts.
• Disability benefits.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Transit benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Onsite gym facility.
• Onsite cafeteria.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed