Maintenance Technician I

FedEx Group; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Portage facility is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform preventative and predictive maintenance on material handling systems, with focus on mechanical power transmission and growing skills in electrical, PLCs, and welding.

You will diagnose simple mechanical issues, adhere to safety standards, and support small projects while working a flexible schedule to meet business needs. Full-time, on-site role in Portage, MI with opportunities to expand technical abilities.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude required.
• Fundamental electrical and mechanical skills preferred.
• Ability to read basic mechanical drawings/manufacturers manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic preventative and predictive maintenance on material handling systems.
• Diagnose simple mechanical power transmission issues visually or audibly.
• Adhere to safety standards and attend required trainings.
• May participate in small projects and flexible scheduling as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical skills

Problem solving

Diagnostics

Communication

Instructions following

MS Office

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

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 with minimum skill requirements.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude through background or hobbies in agriculture, automotive or other technical areas

• In lieu of demonstrated mechanical aptitude, two (2) years of FedEx Operations Sortation equipment knowledge will be considered or currently enrolled in a certificate or degree program for Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics or related discipline

• Related military technical experience and electrical or mechanical trade experience will be considered

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Possess basic mechanical aptitude

• Basic electrical and mechanical skills preferred

• Ability to solve basic mechanical or electrical problems, which may include understanding of basic engineering formulas

• Ability to diagnose simple mechanical power transmission issues visually or audibly apparent at the single component level

• Effective verbal and written communication within own department to peers, managers, and outside vendors to convey basic technical data and needs

• Ability to follow detailed instructions

• Software skills, including Microsoft Office suite and other web-based applications

• Possess time management and organizational skills

JOB CONDITIONS

• Will need to use hand tools and possibly power tools

• May be working in hot or cold temperatures

• May need to stand, walk, bend, stoop and squat

Preferred Qualifications:

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Additional Details: Full time position, 40 hours weekly. Weekend availability required. The desired location for this position would be Portage Michigan. Employees will be required to work at the FedEx location five days a week.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

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• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

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