Facility Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

DHL eCommerce

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/VET

Location: California, Whittier (LAX)

Job Brief

At DHL, our people are our greatest asset! Everyone's contribution drives us to be the world's #1 logistics company. Certified as a Great Place to Work and as a Top Employer, we're dedicated to fostering a positive and supportive environment for all!

• Maintain and troubleshoot the facility, terminal equipment and repair basic malfunctions.
• Observe and implement resolutions to safety or security concerns in relation to terminal equipment and facility, in cooperation with safety and security personnel.
• Examine and maintain facility appearance and signage.
• Ensure facility working conditions are clean and safe.
• Perform minor electrical repairs (e.g., receptacles, GFI replacement, office lighting).
• Handle restroom repairs (minor plumbing), sheetrock repairs, and painting.
• Install guarding throughout the facility.
• Conduct minor repairs on overhead doors and HVAC troubleshooting.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of trash compactor and bailer systems.
• Repair dock equipment (e.g., dock levelers, lighting, safety guards).
• Charge and maintain forklift batteries, manage charging stations, and clean up acid deposits.
• Coordinate with facility and forklift vendors to complete repairs beyond in-house capabilities, including controlling and auditing vendor PM processes.
• Work closely with the Safety Committee to install and maintain signs, floor markings, guards, and perform fire extinguisher audits and other safety checklist items.
• Maintain spill stations, kits, and perform minor carpentry and furniture assembly projects.
• Reassignment to alternate operational areas may occur as business needs require.

• High School or equivalent training and/or at least 6 months of related experience (preferred).

• Ability to speak and understand English; read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Effective verbal and written communication, including email.
• Ability to read and interpret gauges, instruments, and dials.
• Hands‑on mechanical and electrical skills using non‑power hand tools (hammers, wrenches) and power hand tools.
• Basic to intermediate mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair of automation or other equipment.
• Capability to assemble or disassemble objects.

• Frequently move throughout the warehouse, including pushing/pulling equipment and transporting parcels weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, lifting, kneeling, and pushing/pulling.
• Constantly inspect, observe, assess, and maintain safe working conditions.
• Exposure to cold, hot, and changing temperatures; medium noise levels; dust, dirt, and variable lighting.

• Competitive pay ($24.50 hourly).
• Retirement savings – 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and well‑being programs.
• FSA/HSA availability.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick time, and paid holidays).
• Floating holidays and employee discount program.
• Employee Assistance & Work Life Program.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability, life insurance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – VETERANS / DISABILITY