Material Handling Equipment Technician III

Sysco•Sysco Arizona - OpCo, AZ

7d•$26 - $39

About The Position

This Operations position oversees the safe operation, daily monitoring, and maintenance of material handling equipment (MHE), as well as maintenance activities involving industrial batteries. The technician performs preventive maintenance and repairs on MHE, including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and control systems, and completes related facility and grounds projects as requested. The role also supports battery technicians, participates in an on-call program, maintains work orders and maintenance records in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), and helps keep maintenance areas, tools, and equipment clean and safe. The technician responds to emergencies, champions departmental safety, complies with applicable regulations and company policies, and trains and mentors MHE Technicians I and II. The position involves non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call work. Occasional travel to other operating companies or the corporate office may be required. Work may involve exposure to wet, hot, cold, or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; confined or elevated spaces; and fumes or airborne particles. The associate may occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Six years of experience in an MHE maintenance position, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Valid state driver's license and proof of liability coverage meeting company standards.
Complete a Sysco-approved defensive driving program.
Obtain a Powered Industrial Equipment Certification from Sysco within three months.
MHE eight-hour maintenance technician certificate from an MHE manufacturer, such as Crown, Raymond, or Hyster.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals across units of measure.
Ability to meet the job's physical demands, including frequent standing, walking, sitting, hand use, reaching, and climbing or balancing; occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
Ability to travel occasionally to other operating companies or the corporate office as business needs dictate.

Nice To Haves

Technical school education or equivalent (two years).
Trade electrical I and II training.

Responsibilities

Follow workplace safety policies, procedures, and governing requirements; use required personal protective equipment and comply with OSHA and other applicable regulations.
Perform electrical meter testing and diagnose and repair electrical controls, AC and DC systems, PLCs, motors, motor starters, contactors, and relays.
Complete electrical repairs and welding projects as needed.
Maintain powered material handling equipment, including preventive maintenance, oil checks and service, belt and chain adjustment or replacement, electrical troubleshooting, motor and control replacement, and manufacturer-recommended safety checks.
Diagnose and work on hydraulic systems, schematics, and components; electrical systems and schematics; drive motors; power amps; and PLC-based electrical controls.
Maintain and repair mechanical systems, including transmissions, drive units, differentials, brakes, telescopic masts, reach mechanisms, steering, and suspension systems.
Complete special building or grounds projects as requested, such as moving fixtures, changing lights, light carpentry, painting, light plumbing, and minor electrical-device repairs.
Assist battery technicians with charger repairs, MHE battery changes, battery and charger plug and tip repairs, battery watering and washing, acid spill cleanup, battery rack cleaning, battery-area housekeeping, and equalizing charges.
Participate in the departmental on-call program as designated and respond to emergencies to protect employees and facilities.
Enter time and materials into the CMMS daily using work orders, preventive maintenance records, and other required entries.
Clean and maintain maintenance and work areas, and keep tools and equipment clean, safe, and operational.
Champion safety in the department and follow Facilities Department policies and procedures, including requirements for attire, grooming, and attendance.
Interact effectively, build relationships, and cooperate with others.
Train and mentor MHE Technicians I and II.
Perform other duties as assigned.