Senior Industrial Maintenance Technician

KOHLS; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

KOHLS is seeking a Senior Maintenance Technician in Newark, OH to efficiently coordinate repairs and perform equipment and facility maintenance in a cost-effective way.

Responsibilities include daily inspection and repair of conveyors, maintenance of HVAC and facility systems, parts administration, and training Associates as needed. The role requires proactive collaboration with managers and hands-on problem solving.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC equipment.
• Compliance with all MSDS standards and lock‑out/tag procedures.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must provide own basic set of tools and keep the work area neat and clean.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair conveyor systems and equipment daily.
• Maintain air compressors, compactors, bailers, cardboards conveyors and material handling equipment.
• Inspect and repair fire protection equipment; manage parts inventory.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Job description

Shifts:

Monday-Thursday 2pm-12am

Monday-Thursday 10pm-8am

Friday-Sunday 6pm-6am

About the Role

As a Senior Maintenance Technician, you will efficiently coordinate and implement repairs and perform equipment and facility maintenance in a cost-effective manner.

What You’ll Do

• Daily inspection and repair of all conveyor systems and equipment
• Routine inspection, preventative maintenance and maintenance of air compressors, compactors, bailers, cardboard conveyors and power and material handling equipment
• Perform inspection and repair of fire protection equipment
• Parts administration

• Meet with department supervisor and/or manager to anticipate and plan for future preventive maintenance
• Collaborate with department managers and supervisors to address mechanical opportunities while ensuring optimum processing productivity
• Provide back-up for department Assistant Manager and/or Manager when absent
• Compile and maintain accurate inventory records and reports
• Provide on-the-job (OJT) training to Associates

• Perform minor electrical and plumbing repairs, painting and office furniture moves
• Perform routine maintenance on heating and air conditioning units
• Maintain lighting throughout the facility

• Assist outside contractors to perform various duties
• Promptly answer calls for jams, malfunctions or other maintenance-related issues

What Skills You Have

Required

• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC equipment
• Compliance with all MSDS standards and lock‑out/tag procedures
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must provide own basic set of tools and keep the work area neat and clean