Lead Maintenance Technician II – 1st Shift

Caleres; California; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Footwear Distribution Center in Lebec, CA is seeking a Maintenance Technician II for 1st shift to diagnose and maintain warehouse equipment, ensuring safety and productivity. You’ll lead projects, train peers, and help keep high-speed conveyance systems running smoothly.

The role emphasizes proactive maintenance, quick breakdown response, OSHA/ NFPA compliance, and coordination with contractors, with records kept for all activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years in facilities/maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills with safety focus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stay physically fit.
• PIV license required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs on warehouse equipment.
• Lead safety compliance and lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Schedule and complete preventive maintenance inspections.
• Train peers and coordinate with maintenance contractors.
• Maintain maintenance records and support high-speed conveyance systems.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Safety compliance

PIV license within 90 days

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PLC knowledge

Test equipment

Welding ARC/MIG

Job description

Maintenance Technician II – 1st Shift

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician IIto join our Bakersfield, CAteam. In this role, you'll work to spearhead diagnostics and maintain machinery to ensure safety and productivity in the warehouse.In our fast-paced, fun, team-oriented environment, your ability to lead projects and provide departmental training to your peers will make you an instrumental part of the team.

What We Do – Accountabilities

• Ensures safe and efficient operation of the distribution center equipment by:
  • Proactive preventive maintenance of equipment
  • Quick reaction to breakdowns so there is minimal mechanical down-time
  • Insuring all OSHA, NFPA, and other regulatory safety requirements are met or exceeded, including documenting inspections. Performs fire system inspections
• Follows prescribed processes and procedures to maximize equipment readiness and velocity of product within the distribution center by:
  • Monitoring interior and exterior of facility and conducting equipment repairs as needed.
  • Partnering to fix or update systems when necessary.
• Ensures effective production support, both proactively and reactively through:
  • Regular monitoring of equipment
  • Following up with equipment users after a repair or system upgrade is implemented.

Essential Functions

• Department Safety – responsible for following all safety guidelines. With a strong emphasis on: Lock-out Tag-out, Fall protection, OSHA compliance.
• Obtain and maintain a PIV (powered industrial vehicle) licenses to operate all PIV equipment associated with the warehouse within 90 days of employment.
• Coordinate the activities of maintenance, PIV, facilities and grounds maintenance contractors.
• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs ranging from routine to advanced, on equipment associated with warehouse distribution systems.
• Perform equipment diagnostics / repairs of motor control systems, forklifts, scanners and building systems
• Design, oversee, and assist in the installation of electrical circuits per applicable codes
• Proficient in the operation and utilization of various test and metering equipment
• Ability to develop and utilize PLC logic for trouble shooting / modifications
• Ability to develop and / or perform welding and fabrication. Knowledge of ARC, MIG and gas welding. Able to perform fabrication from drawings.
• Perform PMs, repairs and overhauls on all associated equipment. Identify damaged or defective equipment and repair in a timely manner.
• Familiar with and / or experienced with Building Management Systems
• Detect safety hazards and plan/organize safe solutions.
• Can work independently or as part of a team.
• Provides departmental training based on areas of expertise
• Lead projects and effectively direct the efforts of others through the course of the project. Maintain expected level of cleanliness in all assigned work areas.
• Maintain maintenance records as required.
• Coordination of third party specialist contractors.
• Routine testing of fire sprinkler systems.
• Basic grounds maintenance and snow shoveling/salting.
• On Target performance of all tasks listed and other duties as assigned.
• Periodic training / retraining / certification as appropriate
• In-depth knowledge and previous experience working with high-speed conveyance systems and all components

Preferred Qualifications & Education

• 3-5 years of previous facilities maintenance or maintenance technician experience
• Previous success in completing mechanical / electrical training programs; Moderate to advanced mechanical and electrical knowledge base.
• Training qualifications in maintenance disciplines
• Must maintain professional demeanor and appearance at all times
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and physically fit
• High School Diploma/GED required

Physical Requirements and/or Environment

• Distribution Center