DC Technician III - 2nd Shift

W.W. Grainger, Inc.; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

W.W. Grainger, Inc. seeks a DC Technician III for the 2nd shift to maintain and repair automated material handling systems in our distribution center. You will work under a Facilities Supervisor, handling conveyors, PIE, sortation, EMS, WCS, and related control systems.

The role requires PLC programming and troubleshooting skills, familiarity with CMMS, and the ability to lift 50–75 lbs. A 4x10 schedule (1:30pm–midnight) applies, with on-call rotation possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of building and equipment maintenance with two years maintaining Dematic or similar conveyor systems.
• 2+ years of experience with AC drives (setup, programming, faults).
• Familiarity with Microsoft and CMMS programs.
• Experience with power distribution, electrical test equipment, hand tools, and gauges.
• Ability to read Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing drawings and schematics.
• Can frequently lift, push, and slide packages weighing 50–75 lbs.
• Successful completion of maintenance skill evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance technicians perform preventive maintenance tasks and routine repairs on automated material handling system components.
• Report to a Facilities Supervisor.
• Respond to system issues involving conveyors, PIE, sortation and controls (EMS, WCS, Sort Director, EWM, hardware and software).
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control system components of the conveyor system and building systems.
• Design, implement, and document PLC programming changes when authorized.
• Troubleshoot I/O networks such as Probus, Data Highway, and CAN Bus.
• Operate all material handling and mobile equipment within the Distribution Center.
• Work at heights and in unusual positions; be available for 24-hour on-call rotation.
• Follow safety practices, lockout/tagout standards and Arc Flash; follow NEC/BOCA/UBC and OSHA codes.

Skills

Conveyor maintenance

AC drives

Electrical & PLCs

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Career Opportunities: DC Technician III - 2nd Shift (335364)

Requisition ID335364-Posted10/13/2026

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working®by serving more than4.6 million customersworldwide with maintenance, repair andoperating(MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customerexpertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported2025 revenue of$17.9 billion. For more information, visit www.grainger.com .

Compensation

This position is hourly. The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $27.46 and $36.64

Rewards and Benefits:

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
• Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

Maintenance Technicianscomplete preventive maintenance tasks and routine repairs on automated material handling system components to support the goals of the Distribution Center. You will report to a Facilities Supervisor.

Shift: Monday to Thursday (4x10 schedule) - 1:30pm to midnight.

Additionalresponsibilities include:

Respond to system issues involving conveyors, PIE,sortationand controls (EMS, WCS, Sort Director, EWM, Hardware, and Software)

Basic troubleshooting/diagnostic and repairofmechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and control system components of the conveyor system and building components, including PLCs, DC drivers, AC invertors,linear motors, VFDs,encoders,scanners,powerdistribution, communication systems,computer-controlledbuilding systems, conveyor systems and maintenance management system (CMMS)

Be a subject matter expert for conveyors, cross belt system, Dematic Multi Shuttle System/Goods to Person System

Operate all material handling and mobile equipment within the Distribution Center

Work at heights and in unusual positions

Must be available for 24-hour on-callrotation

Knowledge and application of safe work practices,lockout/tagout (LOTO)standards and Arc Flash

Followcodes,such as the NEC,BOCAand UBC, MSDS and OSHA

Design, implement, and document PLC (Siemens, Allen Bradley) programming changes to automated equipment whenauthorized

Troubleshoot, and implement changes to I/O device networks such as Probus, Data Highway, andCanBus

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

5+years of building and equipment maintenance with two years maintaining Dematic or similar conveyorsystems

2+ years of experience with AC drives (set-up, programming, faults)

Familiaritywith Microsoftand CMMS programs

Experience with power distribution, power generation, control circuits,electrical test equipment, hand tools, power tools, calipers, and gauges

Experience reading and interpreting Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing (MEO) drawings andschematics

Canfrequentlylift, push, and slide packages typicallyweighing50-75lbs.

Successful completion of Maintenance skill evaluation

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We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.