Maintenance Technician III 2nd. shift

W. W. Grainger; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paycheck advance

PTO 18 days

401(k) 6% company contribution

Employee discounts

Safety shoes

Job summary

W.W. Grainger, Inc. in Louisville, KY is seeking an experienced Facilities Technician for Day and Night Shifts to maintain and repair complex conveyor systems.

The role requires hands-on maintenance of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control components, plus PLC programming changes when authorized. Candidates should have 5+ years in building/equipment maintenance, experience with Dematic or similar conveyors, and AC drive knowledge.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of building and equipment maintenance experience.
• Experience with Dematic or similar conveyor systems.
• Experience with AC drives (set-up, programming, faults).
• Familiarity with CMMS software and Microsoft tools.

Responsibilities

• Respond to system issues involving conveyors, PIE, sortation and controls.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and control systems.
• Design, implement, and document PLC programming changes where authorized.
• Operate material handling equipment in the distribution center.
• Must be available for 24-hour on-call rotation.

Skills

Conveyor maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Plc programming

CMMS experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

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W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenances, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment, Zoro.com offers customers access to more than 14 million products, and MonotaRO.com offers more than 24 million products. For more information, visit www.grainger.com .

Join our team inLouisville, KYat8701 Minor Lane, Louisville, 40219! We’re searching for a highly experienced Facilities Technician for Day and Night Shifts.

Compensation

This position is hourly, and the start rate is $37.00.

Rewards and Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment.
• Access to up to 50% of your paycheck based on hours worked before payday.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, parental leave, and other benefits.
• Safety shoes provided (where applicable).

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The rate of pay provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The rate reflects the expected base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

You Will

• Respond to system issues involving conveyors, PIE, sortation and controls (EMS, WCS, Sort Director, EWM, Hardware, and Software)
• Basic troubleshooting/diagnostic and repair of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and control system components of the conveyor system and building components, including PLCs, DC drivers, AC invertors, linear motors, VFDs, encoders, scanners, power distribution, communication systems, computer-controlled building systems, conveyor systems and maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Be a subject matter expert for conveyors, cross belt system, Dematic Multi Shuttle System/Goods to Person System
• Operate all material handling and mobile equipment within the Distribution Center
• Work at heights and in unusual positions
• Must be available for 24-hour on-call rotation
• Knowledge and application of safe work practices, lockout/tagout (LOTO) standards and Arc Flash
• Follow codes, such as the NEC, BOCA and UBC, MSDS and OSHA
• Design, implement, and document PLC (Siemens, Allen Bradley) programming changes to automated equipment when authorized
• Troubleshoot, and implement changes to I/O device networks such as Probus, Data Highway, and CanBus

You Have

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of building and equipment maintenance with two years maintaining Dematic or similar conveyor systems
• 2+ years of experience with AC drives (set-up, programming, faults)
• Familiarity with Microsoft and CMMS programs
• Experience with power distribution, power generation, control circuits, electrical test equipment, hand tools, power tools, calipers, and gauges
• Experience reading and interpreting Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing (MEO) drawings and schematics
• Can frequently lift, push, and slide packages typically weighing 50-75lbs.
• Successful completion of Maintenance skill evaluation

DEI Statement

Grainger is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Our commitment to inclusivity includes offering reasonable accommodations during the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during interviews, please let us know and we will provide the appropriate assistance.

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We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.