Maintenance Technician I — Start Day One & Grow

O'Reilly Auto Parts; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off

Stock purchase plan

401k with employer contributions

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Career growth opportunities

Starting day one

Job summary

O’Reilly Auto Parts is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician I to perform routine maintenance on distribution center equipment and facility systems. You will support higher-level technicians while ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED with 4–6 months of related experience, basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, and familiarity with CMMS. Strong teamwork and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 4–6 months of maintenance or related experience.
• No supervisory experience required.
• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to read basic schematics, manuals, and work instructions.
• Experience with CMMS systems or ability to learn.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to OSHA requirements.
• Capable of following instructions and maintenance schedules.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Strong attention to documenting maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections of distribution center systems and production equipment to identify maintenance needs.
• Complete scheduled maintenance tasks in accordance with established procedures.
• Adjust, clean, and replace minor components to maintain equipment performance.
• Document maintenance activities accurately within CMMS and maintenance logs.
• Assist in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Support repair and replacement of worn or damaged equipment under supervision.
• Assist in equipment setup, installation, and basic calibration activities.
• Monitor conveyors, compactors, and related systems to ensure proper operation and clear work areas.
• Support recycling and waste handling processes across the distribution center.
• Perform minor distribution center repairs including carpentry, painting, and general maintenance tasks.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, tools, and maintenance supplies.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions and support safe work practices and PPE compliance.
• Respond to maintenance work orders in a timely manner.
• Track completed work, materials used, and observations within maintenance systems.
• Participate in training and development to build technical skills and capabilities.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Hand tools

Power tools

Reading schematics

CMMS systems

Safety awareness

Teamwork & communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

O’Reilly Auto Parts is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician I to perform routine maintenance on distribution center equipment and facility systems. You will support higher-level technicians while ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED with 4–6 months of related experience, basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, and familiarity with CMMS. Strong teamwork and safety awareness are essential.