Maintenance Technician III

Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc.; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

20% associate discount

Job summary

Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc. is searching for a Maintenance Technician III in Lancaster, Texas. This role involves advanced maintenance and repair in our Distribution Center. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of mechanical/electrical experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to operate forklifts. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and installation of electrical equipment. Benefits include medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical/electrical experience in distribution or manufacturing.
• Strong electrical skills working with 120VAC–480V and 24VDC.
• Ability to work independently and safely with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting on equipment/machinery as issues arise.
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Install and repair electrical and electronic equipment.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical skills

Ability to operate forklifts

Blueprint interpretation

Problem identification

Flexibility in schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training

Tools

Forklifts

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Multimeter

Welder

Job description

The Maintenance Technician III is responsible for advanced maintenance and repair to the Distribution Center.

Ollie-tude!

Follow Ollie’s core values:

• BE A TEAM PLAYER – Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
• BE CARING – Treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• BE VALUE OBSESSED – Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.
• BE COMMITTED – Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
• BE GROWING – Get better every day.
• BE REAL – Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.

Associate Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins after 90 days of employment.
• 401(k) with generous company match and immediate vesting.
• 20% associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases.
• Vast array of voluntary benefits.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting on equipment/machinery as issues arise in the Distribution Center and make necessary repairs based on conclusions.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on mechanical material handling equipment, including transportation conveyors, sortation systems, and forklifts.
• Perform emergency mechanical repairs to failed material handling systems.
• Install and repair all types of electrical and electronic equipment such as wiring devices, motors, transformers, starters, circuit breakers, relays, circuit boards, VFDs, PLC modules, etc.
• Troubleshoot and light program PLC controls and automation controls (Allan Bradley).
• Perform maintenance projects on conveyor systems, including installation, removal, and process improvement changes.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Identify and locate required repair parts for failed systems.
• Maintain accurate record keeping such as work orders, time sheets, and parts requests.
• Utilize machine shop skills (use of micrometers, indicators, setting up work/tooling, running machine tools, etc.).
• Metal fabrication and building skills (layout, cutting, welding, finishing, etc.).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred (not required).
• Additional education including vocational training preferred (but not required).
• Must be able to operate all equipment necessary to perform the role, including pallet jacks, various styles of forklifts, and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to work independently and self‑motivated to seek work.
• Ability and willingness to follow material handling equipment safe operating procedures.
• Ability to complete assignments within the time allotted.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule until work is done.
• Ability to work regularly at a maximum height of four flights of stairs.
• Ability to operate a cherry picker and/or scissor lift, and work at a maximum height of 36 feet while tethered to a safety harness.
• Demonstrates limited leadership and project management skills and exercises good discretionary judgment in problem identification and resolution.
• 8+ years of progressive mechanical/electrical experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment and ability to work independently and safely with limited supervision.
• Strong electrical skills, working with 120 VAC–480 V and 24 VDC required.
• Strong mechanical and fabricating skills required.
• Working knowledge and troubleshooting of electrical motor control systems.
• Working knowledge and basic programming of PLC controls systems and VFD drives.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or schematics required.
• Experience and proficiency utilizing machines/equipment such as hand tools, measuring tools, drills, grinders, saws, multimeter, tachometer, welder, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend and twist frequently.
• Must have ability to move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

Ollie’s is an equal‑opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.