Maintenance Technician II WED- SAT 1st Shift

Famous Footwear; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Footwear seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to ensure safe, efficient operation of distribution center equipment and high-speed conveyance systems. The role emphasizes preventive and corrective maintenance, with responsibilities spanning mechanical and electrical repairs, PLC troubleshooting, and safety inspections.

You will coordinate with contractors, document maintenance activities, and lead project efforts while maintaining strong safety practices and system reliability in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior maintenance tech experience preferred (3–5 years).
• Strong mechanical and electrical fundamentals are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on warehouse equipment to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with contractors and teams.
• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs on warehouse distribution systems.
• Develop and utilize PLC logic for troubleshooting/modifications.
• Perform PMs, repairs and overhauls on all associated equipment; maintain records.
• Inspect fire sprinkler systems and ensure safety compliance.
• Operate and interpret various test and metering equipment.
• Lead projects and train team members.

Skills

PIV license

PLC logic troubleshooting

Electrical repairs

Mechanical repairs

Safety compliance

Project leadership

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Building Management Systems

Test and metering equipment

Job description

• Ensures safe and efficient operation of the distribution center equipment by:
• Proactive preventive maintenance of equipment
• Quick reaction to breakdowns so there is minimal mechanical down-time
• Insuring all OSHA, NFPA, and other regulatory safety requirements are met or exceeded, including documenting inspections. Performs fire system inspections
• Follows prescribed processes and procedures to maximize equipment readiness and velocity of product within the distribution center by:
• Monitoring interior and exterior of facility and conducting equipment repairs as needed.
• Partnering to fix or update systems when necessary.
• Ensures effective production support, both proactively and reactively through:
• Regular monitoring of equipment
• Following up with equipment users after a repair or system upgrade is implemented.
  

What We Do – Accountabilities

• Ensures safe and efficient operation of the distribution center equipment by:
• Proactive preventive maintenance of equipment
• Quick reaction to breakdowns so there is minimal mechanical down-time
• Insuring all OSHA, NFPA, and other regulatory safety requirements are met or exceeded, including documenting inspections. Performs fire system inspections
• Follows prescribed processes and procedures to maximize equipment readiness and velocity of product within the distribution center by:
• Monitoring interior and exterior of facility and conducting equipment repairs as needed.
• Partnering to fix or update systems when necessary.
• Ensures effective production support, both proactively and reactively through:
• Regular monitoring of equipment
• Following up with equipment users after a repair or system upgrade is implemented.
  

Essential Functions

• Department Safety – responsible for following all safety guidelines. With a strong emphasis on: Lock-out Tag-out, Fall protection, OSHA compliance.
• Obtain and maintain a PIV (powered industrial vehicle) licenses to operate all PIV equipment associated with the warehouse within 90 days of employment.
• Coordinate the activities of maintenance, PIV, facilities and grounds maintenance contractors.
• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs ranging from routine to advanced, on equipment associated with warehouse distribution systems.
• Perform equipment diagnostics / repairs of motor control systems, forklifts, scanners and building systems
• Design, oversee, and assist in the installation of electrical circuits per applicable codes
• Proficient in the operation and utilization of various test and metering equipment
• Ability to develop and utilize PLC logic for trouble shooting / modifications
• Ability to develop and / or perform welding and fabrication. Knowledge of ARC, MIG and gas welding. Able to perform fabrication from drawings.
• Perform PMs, repairs and overhauls on all associated equipment. Identify damaged or defective equipment and repair in a timely manner.
• Familiar with and / or experienced with Building Management Systems
• Detect safety hazards and plan/organize safe solutions.
• Can work independently or as part of a team.
• Provides departmental training based on areas of expertise
• Lead projects and effectively direct the efforts of others through the course of the project. Maintain expected level of cleanliness in all assigned work areas.
• Maintain maintenance records as required.
• Coordination of third party specialist contractors.
• Routine testing of fire sprinkler systems.
• Basic grounds maintenance and snow shoveling/salting.
• On Target performance of all tasks listed and other duties as assigned.
• Periodic training / retraining / certification as appropriate
• In-depth knowledge and previous experience working with high-speed conveyance systems and all components
  

Preferred Qualifications & Education

• 3-5 years of previous facilities maintenance or maintenance technician experience
• Previous success in completing mechanical / electrical training programs; Moderate to advanced mechanical and electrical knowledge base.
• Training qualifications in maintenance disciplines
• Must maintain professional demeanor and appearance at all times
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and physically fit
• High School Diploma/GED required
  

Physical Requirements And/or Environment

• Distribution Center