Warehouse Maintenance Technician 1st Shift

Ryder • Lakewood, WA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Automation Maintenance Technician in Lakewood, Washington. The position maintains facility automation and equipment, supports preventive maintenance programs, keeps maintenance and spare-parts records organized, and contributes to safety and continuous improvement. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and pays $25.00 per hour and up based on experience; employees may also be eligible for a shift premium.

The technician works in a clean, organized warehouse facility and is expected to follow maintenance and equipment safety procedures, including when working at heights. Some assignments may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks and a road test, or customer-specific badging or background requirements.

Requirements

• Vocational or technical certification in a related field, or three years of relevant experience in lieu of certification.
• Intermediate knowledge of 480-volt systems and pneumatic equipment.
• Intermediate working knowledge of computer-based equipment maintenance and parts inventory systems.
• Intermediate demonstrated independent problem-solving capability.
• Intermediate ability to use PLC and HMI programming software to add form and function to an established program.
• Intermediate understanding of 24VDC control systems, photoelectric sensors, and proximity sensors.
• Intermediate experience programming and troubleshooting servo and stepper motors and related software.
• Intermediate ability to troubleshoot and program barcode scanners and vision systems, including Cognex, Datalogic, and Keyence.
• Intermediate knowledge of warehouse maintenance safety procedures, including Lock Out Tag Out, fall restraint, and forklift/material handling equipment operational safety.
• Intermediate knowledge of operating material handling equipment, including forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.
• Ability to work independently and safely, including at heights.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Allen Bradley, Ignition, and Wonderware PLC/HMI programming software.

Responsibilities

• Ensure preventive maintenance (PM) entries in software are complete and accurate.
• Use computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) effectively to organize the department and communicate with plant and corporate management.
• Maintain spare-parts and/or consignment inventories in accordance with procedures.
• Participate in the ongoing development and improvement of facility maintenance policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures.
• Keep the maintenance area clean, organized, and ready for facility tours.
• Ensure compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMPs).
• Establish work schedules that meet operating and preventive maintenance program demands.
• Actively participate in safety and Lean programs and support Ryder’s culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support for career development.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• PTO accrual starting in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Employee stock purchase opportunity at a 15% discount.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

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