Reliability Maintenance Lead, Conveyor & DC Automation

Reliability Maintenance Lead, Conveyor & DC Automation Our mission is simple: zero unplanned downtime in our customers’ distribution centers. As the lead for preventive maintenance, you’ll turn that mission into reality—organizing the daily plan, mentoring technicians, and enforcing rigorous safety and quality standards while working to customers’ specifications and ASE protocol.

Your first 90 days Learn the operation:
Get fluent in site‑specific customer specifications, the PM program, ASE protocol, and our documentation flow (JSA’s, M‑010’s, work orders). Elevate the basics:
Standardize conveyor PM routines—greasing, cleaning, repairing, and modifying industrial automation equipment—so every task is safe, consistent, and efficient. Lead with safety:
Launch weekly safety meetings, ensure JSA’s are turned in daily, and model OSHA and company safety policy adherence.

How you’ll make an impact

Plan and assign the daily schedule; ensure timely completion and crew efficiency.

Execute and coach on detailed conveyor tasks:

Vacuum and blow out conveyor bed frames using a compressed air gun.

Wipe down motors, bearings, shafts, and interior guards.

Align chains; tighten set screws on bearings and sprockets.

Check oil level in gearboxes; tighten mounting bolts on motors and bearings.

Inspect and clean pulleys.

Lubricate chains and adjust to correct tension.

Inspect and track belts.

Follow daily instructions from the Service Manager or Field Supervisor to dispatch, maintain, and repair equipment.

Use hand tools, power tools, welders, and equipment safely every day.

Work safely around high/low voltage circuits; operate a conveyor belt lacer and cutting tool.

Test panel components using electrical instruments such as volt meters and programming terminals.

Use a Smart Phone or Tablet to send and receive emails.

Track and maintain company tools and material; maintain a clean work area, including field materials and tooling.

Uphold the Company Code of Conduct and Safety Policies.

Leadership & administration

Conduct weekly safety meetings; submit JSA’s daily.

Communicate effectively with the Service Manager and customers.

Complete and organize time cards, expense reports, M‑010’s, work orders, and other documentation.

Train others in the trade and in All systems policies and procedures.

Experience we value

Background in conveyor systems is a plus; we will train candidates with maintenance experience on other industrial equipment.

Demonstrated willingness to adhere to OSHA and company safety policy.

Role requirements

Full‑time 40HR+; able to work overtime and weekends as required.

Consistent attendance and punctuality to assigned schedule.

Ability to travel for several days at a time in rotation; available for early mornings when needed.

Valid driver’s license.

Available to receive and respond to after‑hours service calls when on the ASE call list; may involve several hours of early‑morning travel to facilities.

Local travel to perform work duties.

Ability to perform tasks while wearing required PPE.Works well both as a team player and on independent assignments.

Competent with power tools such as a grinder, sawzall, band saw, drill, impact, skill saw, hammer drill, etc.

Comfortable using a Smart Phone or Tablet for email.

Personal tool set for repairs (List available).Optional skills that set you apart

Welding using an Arc or MIG electric or gas welder.

Operating Fork Lifts, Scissor lifts, Boom Lifts, and other heavy equipment.

Driving and inspecting company servicing vehicles.

Proficiencies Heavy Equipment Repair Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills Heavy Material Handling Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Ability to travel

Travel is within AZLead Experience Tech stack you’ll encounter

Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC):
Siemens and Allen Bradley Conveyor Systems