Maintenance Technician I

FedEx Group; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to support Industrial Maintenance for material handling systems, performing preventative and predictive maintenance and repairs across mechanical power transmission, electrical, PLC/controls, welding and fabrication. You will diagnose simple issues and follow prescribed safety standards in a dynamic distribution environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning across mechanical, electrical, PLC and welding disciplines, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience in Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics with competency in at least two specialty skills in mechanical power transmission, electrical, or PLC/controls, with basic welding/fabrication skills required.
• Military experience considered as related.
• In lieu of experience, associate degree or related certificates may be considered equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic preventative and predictive maintenance and repair of material handling systems.
• Diagnoses simple mechanical power transmission issues visually or audibly.
• Adheres to safety standards and attends trainings.
• May participate in smaller scope projects.
• May require flexible schedule including all days and shifts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics certificates

Associate degree in related area

Tools

Digital multimeter

Job description

The Maintenance Technician I supports the FedEx Industrial Maintenance for material handling to complete preventative and predictive maintenance and repair of material handling systems. Will utilize prescribed processes as they relate to mechanical power transmission, electrical, PLC/controls, welding/fabrication and other industrial maintenance related systems. May troubleshoot component and systems issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides basic preventative and predictive maintenance and repair of material handling systems in mainly mechanical power transmission and will work to build stronger skills in electrical and PLC/controls and welding/fabrication.
• Will diagnose simple mechanical power transmission issues visually or audibly apparent at the single component level
• Adheres to all applicable safety standards and promotes a safe work environment by attending safety meetings and required trainings and addressing all safety concerns.
• Will require assistance/supervision in preventative/corrective maintenance tasks
• May participate in smaller scope projects
• May be required to work a flexible schedule including all days and shifts as the business need dictates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Examples of what you can expect to learn in the Maintenance Tech I level (does not include all areas/responsibilities).

Mechanical

• Identify a failed bearing or gearbox on a single convey and successfully repair
• Ability to lace and track a conveyor belt
• Familiar with mechanical drawings and manufacturers manuals

Electrical

• Use a digital multimeter on AC/DC voltage and continuity setting to identify a failed or stuck relay or contactor
• Identify and replace a failed photo eye
• Familiar with electrical drawings/schematics and manufacturers manuals

PLC/Controls

• Identify PLC components

Welding or Fabrication

• MIG or stick weld

MINIMUM EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Certificates in Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics, electrical or mechanical trade or related area and an associate degree in a related area preferred.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years experience in Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics with competency in at least two specialty skills in mechanical power transmission, electrical, or PLC/Controls, with basic welding/fabrication skills required.
• Related military experience will be considered.
• In lieu of experience, an associate degree in an Industrial Maintenance/electrical/mechanical trade or related certificates or other degrees may be considered equivalent.