Maintenance Tech II

Ace Hardware Corporation; Suffolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health coverage

401(k) plan with matching

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ace Hardware Corporation in Suffolk, VA is hiring a Maintenance Tech II to repair and maintain facility equipment and systems. The role requires reading manuals, schematics, and testing devices, with emphasis on HVAC/electrical systems and conveyors.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of maintenance experience, strong communication skills, proficiency with MS Word/Excel, and flexibility for weekend work. Benefits include competitive pay, PTO, health coverage, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years maintenance experience, preferably in distribution.
• Ability to read and understand manuals, blueprints, repair instructions, schematics, & test instruments.
• Preferred experience with electrical and hazardous materials.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word & Excel).
• Willingness to work non-traditional shifts, including weekends.
• Be Safety-Minded.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain all equipment and systems within the facility.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair machinery; perform preventive maintenance.
• Maintain conveyor systems and building systems for efficient operation.
• Coordinate with outside contractors for major repairs, including quotes.
• Document maintenance type and cost of repair work.

Job description

## Maintenance Tech IIApply: VA - Suffolk: Full time: Posted Today: REQ-34538**Compensation Details:**$18.80-$23.50 per hour **Why should you join our team?**We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Ace is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, to Ace retailers and to the Ace brand. In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Ace also offers competitive benefits\\* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:* Weekly Pay* Paid Time Off Programs (incl. vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay). Newly hired full-time employees will receive a one-time pro-rated allocation of up to 24 hours of vacation in their first calendar year depending on the month of hire. Up to 48 hours of paid sick time, or in accordance with applicable state law. You will receive up to 9 holidays per year, depending on the month of hire.* Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents* Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met). Over the past 5 years, company contributions (matching, quarterly & discretionary) for fully eligible employees have averaged 10% of total eligible compensation* Dock to Driver Program: Ace will pay for your CDL License and Training to provide a career path transition to a Driver position* Long-term Career Opportunities: Many of our leaders started with Ace looking for a job, just like you, but found long-term career opportunities at our 15 Distribution Centers across the country and our Corporate Headquarters. Our company is growing, and we would love to have you grow with us!* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Employee Recognition Program* Merchandise Discounts on Top Brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and thousands more!* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events* Adoption cost reimbursement *\\* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable plans and policies.***Job Description:**# **Suffolk RDC** Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pmMust be able to work overtime as required (weekends, etc) **PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES:**Repair and maintain all equipment and systems within the facility. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices. Perform routine preventive maintenance or repairs to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of building does not deteriorate. Inspect, operate, or test machinery, equipment, or systems to diagnose machine malfunctions. Repair and maintenance of conveyor systems. Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary. Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions, following checklists. Record type and cost of maintenance or repair work. Work with outside contractors for major repair and maintenance issues, including obtaining quotes, etc. **WORKING CONDITIONS/CONTEXT:*** Requires manual and finger dexterity, driving, walking, bending or twisting, stooping, climbing, reaching, carrying, standing.* Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls* Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams,* Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or cold (below 50 F degrees) temperatures* Requires repeating the same physical activities or mental activities over and over* Requires being exact or highly accurate* Requires working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions* Moderate noise, conditions could include odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. **WORK ACTIVITIES:*** Perform maintenance and preventative maintenance on all facility systems (water, HVAC, electrical, etc.)* Modify, change, and re-configure racking* Moves equipment, furniture, & office equipment* Use ladders and man lifts to work at heights* Construction, painting, and wiring* Read and understand manual, repair instructions, schematics, & test instruments* Handling and Moving Objects* Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates* Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment* Use two-way radio or mobile phone* Perform safety inspections in manufacturing or industrial setting* Clean rooms or work areas* Move or lift heavy objects* Maintain safe work environment **QUALIFICATIONS:*** Minimum of 5+ years maintenance experience preferably in distribution, including HVAC, electrical, conveyor systems, plumbing, material handling equipment, etc.* Ability to read and understand manuals, blueprints, repair instructions, schematics, & test instruments.* Preferred experience and knowledge with electrical and hazardous materials.* Good communication skills, both written and verbal.* Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word & Excel).* Ability and willingness to work non-traditional shifts and hours, including weekends.* Be Safety-Minded.