Facilities Technician III - 1st Shift

Matern Staffing, Inc.; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Family day off

401k match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

Matern Staffing, Inc. is hiring a Facilities Technician III for an apparel distribution center in Ashland, VA. In this role, you’ll maintain, troubleshoot, and repair building and material handling equipment to keep operations safe and efficient.

You will service conveyor systems including AutoStore, perform preventive maintenance, coordinate with external contractors, and maintain records. The position requires a High School diploma and at least 4 years of facility maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years facility maintenance experience.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment (preferred).
• Ability to read drawings and schematics; basic math.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on material handling equipment and facility systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Troubleshoot and implement process improvements; respond to emergencies.
• Coordinate external contractors/vendors for installation and maintenance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Ensure compliance with laws and hazmat record-keeping.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Math skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoStore

Conveyor systems

Job description

Matern Staffing is hiring a Facilities Technician III for an apparel distribution center in Ashland, VA. In this role, you’ll be a key player in ensuring smooth and safe operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing essential building and material handling equipment. Your expertise and process improvements directly impact efficiency, safety, and sustainability—keeping the facility and its team moving forward.

When critical equipment fails, you’re the problem solver who restores operations. Using your mechanical skills, attention to detail, and proactive approach, you’ll help maintain conveyor systems, AutoStore equipment, and other critical infrastructure.

• $25.80 - $33.00/hr

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm
• Overtime as required, which may include weekends
• Paid Time Off: You’ll accrue paid time off on a bi-weekly basis based on hours worked up to 152 hours per year to start.
• 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off
• 401k plan match to 4% of earnings, matched and vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave

What You'll Do:

• Perform minor and major repairs on all material handling equipment, including warehouse automation systems (AutoStore), conveyor belts, and mechanical components
• Conduct preventive maintenance on facility equipment, inspecting belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and lubricating bearings/seals
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and provide process improvements to facility and mechanical system issues, responding promptly to emergency maintenance requests
• Oversee and coordinate external contractors/vendors involved in equipment installation, commissioning, and facility maintenance
• Complete and maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance records.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and HAZMAT record-keeping
• Operate computer-controlled monitoring systems for mechanical and utility equipment
• Perform outside custodial duties, including snow removal, as needed
• Obtain estimates for supplies and repair parts, ordering as necessary

What You'll Need:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• At least 4 years of facility maintenance experience is required
• Strong experience using hand and power tools
• Experience operating warehouse equipment (preferred)
• Basic math skills inclusive of ratios, percents, and ability to interpret drawings and schematics
• Proactively approaches situations with excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Strong attention to detail with great follow-through to ensure accuracy and execution
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Active listener who collaborates effectively with teammates, always ready to step in to help
• Ability to lift/carry up to 60 lbs and perform necessary physically demanding tasks as needed
• Ability to work in cold and hot climates
• Ability to pass drug screening and background checks

About Our Client:

For over fifty years, this family-owned company has grown into a leader in promotional apparel while staying true to its core values. With a commitment to quality, strong relationships, and community impact, it proudly employs thousands across the U.S.

About Matern Staffing:

• For over 55 years Matern Staffing has built relationships with businesses and job seekers to provide staffing solutions and job opportunities to the areas of Virginia, Maryland, and beyond. We believe that when employees and business partners succeed, families and communities thrive.
• Matern Staffing is a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) Certified Organization.
• Matern Staffing is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Click here to view our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.