Maintenance Group Lead

SHIFT: Back Half Days - Thursday, Friday and Saturday 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM

POSITION SUMMARY: Coordinate the workflow within the maintenance department of the Distribution Center; organize & direct tasks of Maintenance Specialists & Maintenance Helpers, and provide support for Maintenance Supervisor as needed; perform preventative maintenance and repairs in the Distribution Center as needed.

• Direct work and calls to appropriate personnel for repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Assist in the training of associates in department procedures.
• Monitor associates’ work performance and communicate to Supervisor.
• Maintain safe work conditions and safe work practices.
• Obtain pricing and ordering of parts for the maintenance department when needed.
• Enter new parts and equipment into the inventory system when needed.
• Schedule and enter preventative maintenance tasks into the MVP system when needed.
• Generate reports from the MVP maintenance software.
• Render preventative maintenance and repairs on conveyor and material handling equipment.
• Complete electrical diagnosis and repair.
• Provide facility maintenance and repair.
• Promote and conduct good housekeeping practices including 5S principles.
• Support production by working in a safe, customer-focused manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• As needed, will assume the responsibilities of the Senior Qualified Person for Arc Flash policy.

• Vocational technical school certificate preferred.
• 2 years previous maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to perform accurate basic math skills.
• Mechanical trade experience preferred.
• MVP maintenance software a plus.
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem‑solving, and planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to work with and influence senior management.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced and deadline‑oriented environment.
• Self‑motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook, internet applications and any CMMS package (Computerized Maintenance Management Software) preferably MVP.
• Flexibility to work all days and shifts, including overtime on request/as needed.
• Bi‑lingual – English/Spanish is a plus.

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part‑time or full‑time / exempt or non‑exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please .
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.