Maintenance Technician 1- Sortation Center - Elmhurst, IL

Target; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee discount

Paid holidays

Job summary

Target is seeking an Engineering & Facilities Maintenance Technician 1 (MT1) to maintain and repair automated material handling and facility equipment in our supply chain facilities. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, read schematics, and assist with Root Cause Analysis alongside senior engineers.

This entry-level role offers potential for advancement to Maintenance Technician 2, with hands-on validation and a written assessment, while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiar with basic wiring diagrams, symbols and electrical measuring.
• Degree from a vocational school or college with focus in mechanical or electrical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair automated material handling and facility equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on facility equipment and MHE.
• Read and understand basic electrical and electronic schematics.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE to maintain a safe work environment.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships across the organization.

Skills

MHE maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading schematics

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Vocational degree in mechanical/electrical

Tools

PLC programs

HMIs

Multi-meters

Infrared thermometer

Handheld devices

Job description

The pay range per hour is $33.50 - $37.50. You may also earn additional compensation in the form of a shift differential, ranging from $2.00 to $3.50 per hour, based on eligibility. Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

About Us

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.

A role in a Supply Chain Facility

A role in a Supply Chain Facility means being on the very front lines of getting product to the guest as fast as possible—a critical differentiator and one of the most essential Logistics functions. You’ll reach beyond the bounds of your team to partner across the enterprise and find solutions to support the business. Whether it’s through focusing on our regional or upstream distribution centers, import warehouses, or fulfillment and flow centers, you’ll have a chance to positively impact thousands of fellow team members and Target guests worldwide, further differentiating Target from all the rest.

As an Engineering & Facilities Maintenance Technician 1 (MT1), you will maintain and repair automated material handling and facility equipment, and ensure high equipment availability rates. You will use preventive and predictive maintenance processes, and rapidly troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and quickly restore equipment to service to support the successful operation of the supply chain facility. You will work with other Target mechanics to solve problems, validate quality of work for outside specialty contractors, and meet aggressive time lines. You will collaborate with Senior Systems Engineers to perform Root Cause Analysis for equipment failures. You will operate Target owned vehicles to complete maintenance activities on the exterior of the facility and within the trailer yard, as well as travel to nearby facilities and local stores to procure parts and supplies as needed. This is an entry-level position in the technician role with promotion potential to Maintenance Technician 2, by completing and demonstrating proficiency in all related Maintenance Technician 2 job requirements, measured by both hands-on validation and by a written assessment.

A Successful Candidate In This Role Will

• Maintain and perform basic troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical aspects of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) on site, including conveyor systems, sortation, scales and printer applicators
  • Demonstrate mechanical proficiency for hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and AC/DC electrical motors and drives
  • Adjust, reset, repair, or replace adjustable components (belts, chains, cables) and wearing components (guides, bearings, wheels, rollers, pulleys)
  • Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachometers, encoders, etc.
  • Clean, lubricate, and calibrate equipment
  • Use appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals
• Perform preventative maintenance on facility equipment (i.e. Powered Industrial Trucks, HVAC, air compressors and dryers, and balers)
• Perform basic electrical maintenance and simple repair/replace of various electrical circuits and related electronic equipment, using tools such as multi-meters and infrared thermometers
• Read and understand basic electrical and electronic schematics
• [F&B Only:] Execute sanitation and maintenance standards that support the health of industrial ammonia refrigeration
• Utilize handheld devices and asset management system mobile apps to create and close Work Orders with appropriate data (labor hours, downtime, problem/cause/remedy, and parts used)
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization
• Follow appropriate safety procedures and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment (Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc.), and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards

Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

About You

Physical Demands (must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation)

• Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head
• Lift and move totes or cartons up to 49 pounds each
• Walking within and around the site with great frequency
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation, and work off platforms and equipment at significant heights
• Full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists, eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals), manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation)
• Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces
• Ability to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license for state employed
• Basic PC competency and ability to use mobile apps on handheld devices
• Familiar with simple wiring diagrams, symbols and electrical measuring
• [F&B Only:] Comfortable working in a temperature-controlled environment
• Experience in the following areas:
  • Work order management
  • Preventive/predictive maintenance procedures
  • Commonly used industrial tools
  • Basic Carpentry and Plumbing
  • Basic blueprint and schematic reading
  • Basic AC/DC electrical and electronic principles
  • Basic metal fabrication and welding
  • Basic Industrial Controls
• Desired:
  • Degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field
  • 2+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the Mechanical or Electrical field
  • Experience with automated conveyor systems and controls
  • Experience with Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards
  • Experience with Programmable Logic Control (PLC) programs and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
  • Ability to troubleshoot basic Input/Output functions
  • Experience with robotic operation/ maintenance

Benefits Eligibility

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Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to [e-mail]. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.

Application deadline is : 10/08/2026