Maintenance Tech II, 1st Shift

Staples, Inc.; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Flexible PTO

Discounts

401(k) match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Staples, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician 2 to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on conveyors, motors, and material handling equipment in a warehouse environment. You will also handle general building maintenance and light carpentry/plumbing tasks as required.

Safety is emphasized; you will uphold safe work practices and adapt to seasonal warehouse conditions. Candidates should have basic English skills and a background in mechanical maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required and basic English communication.
• 1+ year of related maintenance experience.
• Willingness to pass a drug screen and work overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on conveyors, motors, and material handling equipment.
• Conduct general building maintenance and minor carpentry/plumbing tasks as needed.
• Maintain safety practices and contribute to a safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Safety culture

Team collaboration

English basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school background

Tools

Forklift

Electric Pallet Jack

Electrical test equipment

Hydraulics/pneumatics

Job description

6:30am–3:00pm/Monday-Friday

Our supply chain team is dedicated to meeting our customers’ needs both now and in the future. By pairing innovative technology with dynamic employees, we create smarter, more efficient ways to meet our customers’ needs faster. Our network of distribution, fulfillment, fleet, furniture installation and professional teams work together in fun and safe environments to deliver state-of-the‑art products, services, and expertise to our customers.

What you’ll be doing:

As a Maintenance Technician 2 you will perform preventative and spontaneous maintenance on conveyors, electrical motors, material handling equipment, skill saws, propane torch, man‑lift, hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, grinders, electrical test equipment and ladders as well as lift equipment jacks, chargers, and batteries.

In your role, you will perform general building maintenance including overhead doors, construction repair, roll carts, floor repair and second level gates, doors, etc... You will perform light plumbing maintenance and perform carpentry assignments as needed.

Safety is our utmost priority so, in this role, we will look to you to ensure safe work practices and embrace our safety culture.

In this role you will be essential to the success of Staples Supply Chain as we deliver to our customers.

What you bring to the table:

• A mechanical aptitude, knowledge of hydraulics, electrical, pneumatics, and ability to learrn to read blueprints/schematics including electrical schematics
• Ability to use vendor manuals and procedures to perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting tasks
• Ability to be trained and MHE certified to operate power material handling equipment, i.e. Forklift, Electric Pallet Jack, etc.
• An inclusive approach with your colleagues and customers to forge strong relationships and foster collaboration to resolve issues
• Ability to demonstrate analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Ability to adopt our safety procedures quickly and ensure safe work practices
• Ability to be comfortable working in a warehouse environment with seasonal temperature variations
• Basic English language skills (both verbal and written)

Qualifications:

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1+ year of related experience
• Ability to pass a drug screen to the extent legally permissible
• As a Full‑Time associate, you must have the ability to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift; additional overtime hours will be required based on business need
• Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet or more as needed
• An ability to lift, push or pull boxes/merchandise weighing between 70 pounds and 100 pounds by hand
• Must be at least 18 years of age

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications:

• Trade school background

We Offer:

• Inclusive culture with associate‑led Business Resource Groups
• Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more perks and benefits

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