Facility Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Penske Logistics; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Associate Referral Program

Boot allowance

Job summary

Penske Logistics is seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician to operate in a warehouse environment in Lockport, IL. The role involves maintenance on mobile equipment, plumbing, electrical systems, dock equipment, and related facilities tasks.

Responsibilities include daily rounds, repairs, safety participation, work-order management, and collaboration with operations. Attractive benefits and a boot allowance are offered.

Qualifications

• 2-year Associate degree or equivalent from a technical school or 3 years’ industrial experience.
• Read, write and understand verbal communication in English.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment and maintenance including fire systems, belts, motors, gearboxes and conveyors.
• Electrical maintenance knowledge from 110v–480v 3 phase; able to read electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily equipment rounds and perform repairs as required.
• Repair plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems; coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings to ensure a safe workplace.
• Handle work orders, inspections and adjustments.
• Support operations with solutions and recommendations.
• Serve as an after-hours point of contact for facilities issues.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

3 years industrial experience

Tools

Electrical schematics

Job description

Position Summary

A Penske Facility Maintenance Technician will work in a warehouse environment with temperatures ranging from 34% to 95%. Perform all maintenance and preventative maintenance on a variety of media to include but not limited to: Mobile equipment, plumbing, electrical, dock doors, levelers and related dock equipment, concrete floor repair, painting, carpentry, rack repair and all related facilities maintenance.

Position Summary

A Penske Facility Maintenance Technician will work in a warehouse environment with temperatures ranging from 34% to 95%. Perform all maintenance and preventative maintenance on a variety of media to include but not limited to: Mobile equipment, plumbing, electrical, dock doors, levelers and related dock equipment, concrete floor repair, painting, carpentry, rack repair and all related facilities maintenance.

Work Schedule

• 1st Shift: Sunday - Wednesday 5:00am - 1:00pm

Pay Rate

• $33.00 per hour

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Associate Referral Program
• $125 Boot allowance after 90-days of employment

Our associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization!

Major Responsibilities

• Complete daily equipment rounds and make repairs as required.
• Performs repairs on plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems. Contacts vendors as necessary.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings, ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
• Perform work order repairs, inspections and adjustments.
• Support operations department by providing suggestions and developing solutions as needed.
• Be a point of contact during off shift hours for facilities issues.

Qualifications

• 2-year Associate degree or equivalent from a technical school; or 3 years’ experience in an industrial setting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to read, write and understand verbal communication in English
• Working knowledge of industrial equipment, maintenance and repair, this includes fire systems, chains, bearings, gearboxes, motors, conveyor belts, lifts, and many other areas that require maintenance due to wear.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical maintenance and repair. This includes voltages from 110v – 480v 3 phase, wiring, fuses, relays and the ability to comprehend electrical schematics.

Physical Requirements

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period.
• The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls.
• The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.
• The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.
• Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment.
• The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg. This position also requires the ability to push/pull truck tires on a regular basis that exceed 100 pounds.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary

$33.00 Hourly Rate

Benefits

Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy and secure. To learn more visit https://penske.jobs/benefits/.

Application Deadline

Ongoing

About Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics engineers state‑of‑the‑art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results for market‑leading companies. With operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske and its associates help businesses move forward by increasing visibility and driving down supply‑chain costs. Visit Penske Logistics to learn more.

Job Category: Warehouse

Job Family: Warehouse

Address: 15901 W 147th Street

Primary Location: US-IL-Lockport

Employer: Penske Logistics LLC

Req ID: 2605290