Entry Level Maintenance Technician 2nd shift

Readerlink Distribution Services • Denton, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The General Maintenance person is responsible for maintaining the entire facility mechanical infrastructure including material handling equipment (conveyors, automated sorters, printers of all types, stretch wrap machines, balers, compactors, and some fork-lifts) and all other mechanical infrastructure as directed. This role requires a strong understanding of various mechanical and electrical systems, as well as the ability to perform preventative maintenance and repairs. The position also involves maintaining a safe and organized work environment and adhering to all safety regulations.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent plus at least two years additional training/education and two to five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to stand and walk up to 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Must be able to repetitively reach up and out.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 25 pounds repeatedly and occasionally push/pull up to 75 pounds.
• Will frequently lift to 50 Lbs. and occasionally lift to 75 Lbs.
• Work with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet department and company objectives.
• Making competent and timely decisions that meet or exceed organizational goals and objectives.
• Understanding and compliance to all standard operating procedures within your department with a laser focus on continuous improvement.
• Common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
• Able to work unsupervised and alone on your shift.
• Ability to apply situational awareness to identify hazardous situations.
• Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of work volumes.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with IBM’s AS-400 software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on material handling equipment including conveyers, sorters, and related equipment.
• Be computer literate and have a working knowledge of Windows Outlook, Word, and Excel. Familiarity with IBM’s AS-400 software is a plus.
• Notify Management concerning major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Move equipment and supplies either manually or by using various types of material handling equipment as needed in a safe manner.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance functions.
• Maintain Maintenance area in a clean, organized, and safe manner always.
• Maintain and repair IT equipment as required.
• Must be able to follow safety rules for personal protection and the protection of others, including maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Ability to be certified on powered industrial trucks including Reach Truck, Order Picker, Sit-down Forklift, Electric Pallet Jack and Forklift Battery Changing Equipment and Scissor Lift.
• No fear of heights. Able to go up to the ceiling on the scissor lift and occasionally go on the roof using the wall ladder access.
• Must be willing to work overtime on short notice including nights and weekends as needed.
• General knowledge of electrical (120V, 240V, 480V and DC Voltages), carpentry, plumbing, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Schedule preventative maintenance as needed and anticipate maintenance needs in the facility.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, pride in quality of work, and a positive attitude.
• Required to maintain OSHA compliant annual training, including Lockout/Tagout, Hand & Power Tool Safety, Eye Safety, Electrical Safety, Machine Safeguarding, Proper Lifting, Slips, Trips and Falls Training, Basic HazMat Training, Ladder Safety, Pedestrian Safety, Fall Protection Training, and Proper PPE usage.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, and manuals.
• Ability to add, subtract, and divide simple numbers such as weights and quantities.
• Common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations for hazardous chemical program.
• Ability to apply situational awareness to identify hazardous situations.

Benefits

• ReaderLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. EOE/Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.
• ReaderLink is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans.
• If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please email your request to [email protected].

What This Job Offers

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