Maintenance Technician

Warehouse Services, Inc.; San Bernardino (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Warehouse Services, Inc. is seeking a skilled technician in California to maintain and repair material handling systems and conveyors while promoting a safe work environment.

The role involves troubleshooting electrical/control systems, operating forklifts and lifts, mentoring technicians, and standing for long shifts with possible overtime. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience with conveyors, electrical systems, and building maintenance, plus welding certification and strong

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of experience with conveyors, electrical systems, & building maintenance.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills
• An Associate's or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field is highly desired
• Advanced knowledge of the operation and repair of material handling equipment
• Advanced knowledge of power tools, pneumatic, and hydraulics, and how to use them all
• General welding certification
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Forklift certified or able to obtain certification
• Must be able to lift 55 lbs.
• Outstanding organization, multi-tasking, analytical, problem-solving, and time management

Responsibilities

• Act as a safety champion and promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and physically repair all aspects of material handling systems & conveyors (motor/ reducer issues, belt tracker, belt lacing)
• Diagnose, using test equipment, electrical, and electronic control systems, and other related equipment, devices, or components
• Safely operate equipment: forklifts, scissor and boom lifts, hand tools, and energy management equipment to perform system support tasks as required.
• Working knowledge of a work order system
• Maintain a positive working relationship across WSI operations facility, with the ability to communicate effectively with senior operations leaders
• Mentor technicians by motivating, providing guidance, and leading training plans to help them achieve their goals
• Stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours
• Must be able to work and withstand heights up to 30ft on a frequent basis
• Overtime may be required with little to no advanced notice
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed in this position; They are only the major duties

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Forklift certification

Safety awareness

Time management

Education

Associate's or higher degree in mechanical or electrical field

Tools

Power tools

Pneumatic

Hydraulics

Welding equipment

Job description

Starting pay: $24-28 / hour, depending on experience

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as a safety champion and promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and physically repair all aspects of material handling systems & conveyors (motor/ reducer issues, belt tracker, belt lacing)
• Diagnose, using test equipment, electrical, and electronic control systems, and other related equipment, devices, or components
• Safely operate equipment: forklifts, scissor and boom lifts, hand tools, and energy management equipment to perform system support tasks as required.
• Working knowledge of a work order system
• Maintain a positive working relationship across WSI operations facility, with the ability to communicate effectively with senior operations leaders
• Mentor technicians by motivating, providing guidance, and leading training plans to help them achieve their goals
• Stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours
• Must be able to work and withstand heights up to 30ft on a frequent basis
• Overtime may be required with little to no advanced notice
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed in this position; They are only the major duties

REQUIRED Education, Skills, and Experience:

• At least 5+ years of experience with conveyors, electrical systems, & building maintenance.
• Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills
• An Associate's or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field is highly desired
• Advanced knowledge of the operation and repair of material handling equipment
• Advanced knowledge of power tools, pneumatic, and hydraulics, and how to use them all
• General welding certification
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Forklift certified or able to obtain certification
• Must be able to lift 55 lbs.
• Outstanding organization, multi-tasking, analytical, problem-solving, and time management

Equal Opportunity Employer
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