Maintenance Technician II

Caleres; Lebec (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day one

30% shoe discount

Rewards and recognition

Dayforce Wallet

EAP program

Job summary

Caleres is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to join the Bakersfield, CA team. You will spearhead diagnostics and maintain machinery to ensure safety and productivity in the warehouse, while leading projects and training peers in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

In this role, you will emphasize safety, operate PLC-based diagnostics, and manage conveyors and related systems. The position offers first shift hours with potential overtime and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of maintenance experience, including mechanical and electrical training.
• Experience with high-speed conveyor systems and related components.
• Proficient in using test and metering equipment.
• Must obtain Power Industrial Vehicle (PIV) licenses within 90 days.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize Safety and follow all safety guidelines (Lock-out Tag-out, Fall protection, OSHA).
• Diagnostics & Maintenance using PLCs to diagnose and service equipment.
• Provide departmental training and maintain a learning mindset.
• Lead projects and direct team efforts throughout the project.

Skills

Safety procedures

Project leadership

Training others

Tools

PLC diagnostics

Forklift operation

Electrical testing

Job description

We are looking for a Maintenance Technician II to join our Bakersfield, CAteam. In this role, you'll work to spearhead diagnostics and maintain machinery to ensure safety and productivity in the warehouse.In our fast-paced, fun, team-oriented environment, your ability to lead projects and provide departmental training to your peers will make you an instrumental part of the team.

Compensation and Hours:

• Starting pay is $26.40-$31.15 per hour

• Potential to earn overtime

• Position will be 1stshift from 6:00 am – 2:30 pm (MON-FRI)

What will you be doing?

• Prioritize Safety. Responsible for following all safety guidelines with a strong emphasis on: Lock-out Tag-out, Fall protection, and OSHA compliance. Detect safety hazards and plan/organize safe solutions.

• Diagnostics & Maintenance. Utilize Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) to perform equipment diagnostics and preventative maintenance on motor control systems, forklifts, scanners and building systems. Identify damaged or defective equipment and repair in a timely manner.

• Embody a Learning Mindset. Provide departmental training based on areas of expertise and attend periodic training / retraining / certification, as appropriate.

• Project Management and Training. Lead projects and effectively direct the efforts of others through the course of the project.

Perks You'll Enjoy!

• Benefits that Start Day One. To learn more details about our total rewards including pension plans, health benefits and PTO, visit your caleres.com

• Our Shoe Discounts. No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount on our brands Famous Footwear, Allen Edmonds, Naturalizer, Sam Edelman, and more

• Recognizing You. We value the hard work our associates put in and love to reward them with raffles, food, fun events, and recognition programs

• Every day is Pay Day. Love an early pay day? Get paid as you earn (without the fees) with Dayforce Wallet.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Through our EAP we provide 24/7 access to free, confidential support and resources, including: emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, financial resources, and online support.

Qualifications that make you the perfect fit!

• 3-5 years of previous facilities maintenance/maintenance technician experience; experience in moderate to advanced mechanical and electrical training programs, required

• In-depth knowledge and previous experience working with high-speed conveyor systems and all related components, required

• Proficient in the operation and utilization of various test and metering equipment, required

• Obtain and maintain powered industrial vehicle (PIV) licenses to operate all PIV equipment associated with the warehouse within 90 days of employment, required

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, required