Warehouse Maintenance Technician

Associated Wholesale Grocers; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Associated Wholesale Grocers seeks a skilled maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and sweepers. You will diagnose issues, weld or fabricate as needed, and keep accurate maintenance records.

The role requires reading schematics, using precision measuring tools, and adhering to safety protocols. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently are essential for success in this warehouse

Qualifications

• Experience performing preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical or material-handling equipment.
• Experience maintaining and repairing electric forklifts, electric pallet jacks, propane-powered sweepers, or similar warehouse equipment preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pipe-fitting, fabrication, and general building maintenance practices.
• Experience repairing mechanical damage and replacing damaged parts.
• Welding, brazing, soldering, and fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment using schematics, drawings, manuals, and other diagnostic resources.
• Ability to document maintenance, inspections, repairs, parts usage, and inventory electronically.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on warehouse equipment and related systems.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems and replace damaged components as needed.
• Perform welding, brazing, soldering, and fabrication where required.
• Maintain and repair warehouse structure elements like racking, floors, and piping.
• Read schematics and manuals to guide troubleshooting and repair.
• Use tools and testing devices to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Order repair parts and maintain accurate parts inventory records.
• Document maintenance activities and keep computerized records up to date.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Documentation

Safety procedures

Tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

Schematics interpretation

Job description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on warehouse equipment, including 36-volt DC electric forklifts, 24-volt DC electric pallet jacks, propane-powered sweepers, and other material-handling equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical equipment problems and repair or replace damaged, worn, or defective components.
• Perform welding, brazing, soldering, fabrication, and other repair work as needed.
• Complete maintenance and repairs involving warehouse racking, floors, piping, and other structural components.
• Apply mechanical knowledge and technical skills to troubleshoot and repair electrical, plumbing, pipe-fitting, fabrication, building construction, and other warehouse maintenance issues.
• Read and interpret schematics, technical drawings, equipment manuals, and other diagnostic resources used in troubleshooting, repair, and fabrication work.
• Use mechanical hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and precision measuring devices, including tape measures, micrometers, and drill gauges.
• Select and order appropriate repair parts and materials.
• Maintain accurate computerized records of preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, completed repairs, parts usage, and inventory.
• Complete required computer data entry accurately and promptly.
• Follow established safety practices, including lockout/tagout procedures, fall-protection requirements, and the proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe repair shop and work area.
• Perform additional warehouse equipment and facility maintenance duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience performing preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical or material-handling equipment is required.
• Experience maintaining and repairing electric forklifts, electric pallet jacks, propane-powered sweepers, or similar warehouse equipment is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pipe-fitting, fabrication, and general building maintenance practices.
• Experience repairing mechanical damage and replacing damaged, worn, or defective parts.
• Welding, brazing, soldering, and fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment using schematics, drawings, manuals, and other diagnostic resources.
• Experience using mechanical hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and precision measuring devices.
• Basic computer proficiency and the ability to document maintenance, inspections, repairs, parts usage, and inventory electronically.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and respond effectively to equipment and facility maintenance needs.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and established maintenance procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to routinely lift and carry parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds, with assistance or appropriate lifting equipment when needed.
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and work overhead.
• Ability to work beside, underneath, and within warehouse equipment and racking.
• Ability to safely work from ladders and elevated platforms and within confined spaces.
• Ability to wear a safety harness and other required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the assigned shift.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in a warehouse, repair shop, and surrounding facility areas.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical equipment, repair materials, and warehouse-related machinery.
• Work may be performed in varying temperatures, including outdoor areas, freezer environments, and hot or cold warehouse conditions.
• Work is performed in a noisy environment where hearing protection may be required.
• Employees must wear all required protective clothing and equipment, including eye protection, hearing protection, safety harnesses, and other job-specific personal protective equipment.
• Employees must follow all applicable safety procedures, including the lockout/tagout system.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to support participation in the application process and the performance of the position’s essential functions, consistent with applicable law.

Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG) is the nation’s largest cooperative food wholesaler to independently owned supermarkets, serving 1,100 member companies and 3,500 locations throughout 33 states from 9 wholesale division support centers. Consolidated sales for AWG in 2025 were $12.2 billion. In addition to its cooperative wholesale operations, the company also operates subsidiary companies that provide certain real estate and supermarket development services, and pharmaceutical products. For more information, visit AWGinc.com.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Time