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Maintenance Tech
Full Time Delaware, OH, US
Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician
Job Type: Full-Time | Hourly
Location: On-Site – Delaware, Ohio
Compensation: Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications
About JEGS
For more than 65 years, JEGS has been a trusted name in the high-performance automotive industry. From our iconic mail-order catalogs to one of the nation’s leading e-commerce destinations, we provide automotive enthusiasts, professional racers, and restoration experts with the parts and expertise they need.
Position Summary
JEGS is seeking an experiencedMulti-Craft Maintenance Technician to help keep our climate-controlled distribution center operating safely, efficiently, and reliably.
This position is responsible for thepreventive and corrective maintenance of conveyor systems, material-handling equipment, facility systems, and building infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills who can quickly identify issues, make repairs, and minimize equipment downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns and maintenance emergencies to minimize operational downtime.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain conveyor systems, automated equipment, and other distribution center machinery.
- Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic PLC troubleshooting.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, electrical schematics, and work orders.
- Replace defective components, make equipment adjustments, and test repairs to ensure proper operation.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on conveyors, machinery, powered industrial equipment, and facility systems.
- Inspect equipment and identify potential issues before they result in equipment failure.
- Perform general facility maintenance, including minor plumbing, carpentry, and building repairs.
- Safely use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, aerial lifts, forklifts, and other maintenance equipment.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete assigned work orders.
- Communicate equipment issues, repair needs, and recommendations to leadership.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and applicable OSHA requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- 2–5 years of maintenance experience in a distribution, manufacturing, industrial, or similar environment.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
- Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and equipment documentation.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and determine appropriate repair solutions.
- Ability to work at heights of up to50 feet while operating aerial lifts.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work throughout an entire shift.
- Ability to regularly lift and move up to50 pounds.
- Willingness and ability to become certified to operate powered industrial equipment, including stand-up forklifts.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and preventative maintenance practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience maintainingconveyor systems and automated material-handling equipment.
- Experience working in a distribution center or high-volume warehouse environment.
- Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other warehouse equipment.
- Basic welding, fabrication, or machining experience.
- Experience working with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Basic PLC troubleshooting experience.Experience with electrical controls, motors, sensors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will be:
- A strongtroubleshooter and problem solver.
- Mechanically inclined and comfortable working with a variety of equipment.
- Detail-oriented and committed to doing quality work.
- Able to work independently while also contributing to a team.
- Dependable, responsive, and willing to take ownership of maintenance issues.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly.
- Committed to safety, organization, and continuous improvement.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
This is anon-site, hands-on maintenance position within a climate-controlled distribution center.
The position may require:
- Working on your feet for extended periods.
- Frequent walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and lifting.
- Working from ladders and aerial lifts at heights up to 50 feet.
- Lifting and moving equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Working around conveyors, powered industrial equipment, electrical systems, and other industrial machinery.
- Responding to maintenance issues throughout the distribution center.
JEGS offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with company participation
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount
- Employee Referral Program
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
Why Join JEGS?
Maintenance is essential to everything we do at JEGS. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to use a broad range of technical skills while working with conveyor systems, facility equipment, and automated material-handling systems in a modern distribution environment.
You’ll be part of a team that directly impacts our ability to get automotive parts into the hands of customers and enthusiasts across the country.