Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician I supports the Fed Ex Industrial Maintenance for material handling to complete preventative and predictive maintenance and repair of material handling systems. They will utilize prescribed processes relating to mechanical power transmission, electrical systems, PLC/controls, welding/fabrication, and other industrial maintenance systems, and may troubleshoot component and system issues.

• Provides basic preventative and predictive maintenance and repair of material handling systems primarily in mechanical power transmission while building stronger skills in electrical, PLC/controls, and welding/fabrication.
• Diagnoses simple mechanical power transmission issues that are visually or audibly apparent at the single component level.
• Adheres to all applicable safety standards and promotes a safe work environment by attending safety meetings, completing required trainings, and addressing all safety concerns.
• Requires assistance or supervision in preventative or corrective maintenance tasks.
• May participate in smaller‑scope projects.
• May be required to work a flexible schedule, including all days and shifts as business needs dictate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Identify a failed bearing or gearbox on a single conveyor and successfully repair.
• Lace and track a conveyor belt.
• Read mechanical drawings and manufacturer manuals.

• Use a digital multimeter on AC/DC voltage and continuity settings to identify a failed or stuck relay or contactor.
• Identify and replace a failed photodetector.
• Read electrical drawings, schematics, and manufacturer manuals.

• Identify PLC components.

• MIG or stick weld.

• High School Diploma or GED required with minimum skill requirements.

• Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude through personal background or hobbies in agriculture, automotive, or other technical areas.
• In lieu of demonstrated mechanical aptitude, two (2) years of Fed Ex Operations Sortation equipment knowledge will be considered or current enrollment in a certificate or degree program for Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics or a related discipline.
• Related military technical experience and electrical or mechanical trade experience will be considered.

• Possess basic mechanical aptitude.
• Basic electrical and mechanical skills preferred.
• Ability to solve basic mechanical or electrical problems, which may include understanding basic engineering formulas.
• Ability to diagnose simple mechanical power transmission issues that are visually or audibly apparent at the single component level.
• Effective verbal and written communication within own department to peers, managers, and outside vendors to convey basic technical data and needs.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Software skills, including Microsoft Office suite and other web‑based applications.
• Possess time management and organizational skills.

• Use hand tools and possibly power tools.
• May work in hot or cold temperatures.
• May need to stand, walk, bend, stoop and squat.

Pay:

This is a PT position. Hiring manager is Sam Napier.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Vets/Disability.

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