Target
Logistics
MaintenanceTechnician1-SortationCenter-Houston,TX
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“Maintenance Technician 1 - Sortation Center - Houston, TX at Target. Skills: maintain and repair automated material handling and facility equipment, troubleshoot equipment breakdowns, restore equipment to service, preventive and predictive maintenance processes, Root Cause Analysis. maintain and repair automated material handling and facility equipment. ensure high equipment availability rates”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure high equipment availability rates; support the successful operation of the supply chain facility; meet aggressive time lines
Industry & Context.
solve problems; perform Root Cause Analysis for equipment failures; troubleshoot equipment breakdowns; troubleshoot basic Input/Output functions
Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head, Lift and move totes or cartons up to 49 pounds each, Walking within and around the site with great frequency, Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation, and work off platforms and equipment at significant heights, Full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists, eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals), manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation), Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces, Ability to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours, operate Target owned vehicles to complete maintenance activities on the exterior of the facility and within the trailer yard, as well as travel to nearby facilities and local stores to procure parts and supplies as needed
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license for state employed, Basic PC competency and ability to use mobile apps on handheld devices, Familiar with simple wiring diagrams, symbols and electrical measuring
Nice to Have
Degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field, 2+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the Mechanical or Electrical field, Experience with automated conveyor systems and controls, Experience with Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards, Experience with Programmable Logic Control (PLC) programs and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Ability to troubleshoot basic Input/Output functions, Experience with robotic operation/ maintenance
What You'll Do.
maintain and repair automated material handling and facility equipment, ensure high equipment availability rates, use preventive and predictive maintenance processes, rapidly troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and quickly restore equipment to service, solve problems, validate quality of work for outside specialty contractors, meet aggressive time lines, perform Root Cause Analysis for equipment failures, operate Target owned vehicles to complete maintenance activities on the exterior of the facility and within the trailer yard, as well as travel to nearby facilities and local stores to procure parts and supplies as needed, Maintain and perform basic troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical aspects of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) on site, including conveyor systems, sortation, scales and printer applicators, Demonstrate mechanical proficiency for hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and AC/DC electrical motors and drives, Adjust, reset, repair, or replace adjustable components (belts, chains, cables) and wearing components (guides, bearings, wheels, rollers, pulleys), Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachometers, encoders, etc., Clean, lubricate, and calibrate equipment, Use appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals, Perform preventative maintenance on facility equipment (i.
Powered Industrial Trucks, HVAC, air compressors and dryers, and balers), Perform basic electrical maintenance and simple repair/replace of various electrical circuits and related electronic equipment, using tools such as multi-meters and infrared thermometers, Read and understand basic electrical and electronic schematics, Execute sanitation and maintenance standards that support the health of industrial ammonia refrigeration, Utilize handheld devices and asset management system mobile apps to create and close Work Orders with appropriate data (labor hours, downtime, problem/cause/remedy, and parts used), Follow appropriate safety procedures and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment (Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc.
), and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work with other Target mechanics to solve problems; Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization; partner across the enterprise and find solutions to support the business
Full Job Description
The pay range per hour is $29.90 - $35.36 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at [https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits](https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits). **About us:** Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. [Learn more about Target here](https://corporate.target.com/about). A role in a **Supply Chain Facility** means being on the very front lines of getting product to the guest as fast as possible—a critical differentiator and one of the most essential Logistics functions. You’ll reach beyond the bounds of your team to partner across the enterprise and find solutions to support the business. Whether it’s through focusing on our regional or upstream distribution centers, import warehouses, or fulfillment and flow centers, you’ll have a chance to positively impact thousands of fellow team members and Target guests worldwide, further differentiating Target from all the rest. As an **Engineering & Facilities Maintenance Technician 1 (MT1)**, you will maintain and repair automated material handling and facility equipment, and ensure high equipment availability rates. You will use preventive and predict
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