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Maintenance Tech I

Medline, Southaven, MS, United States


Job Summary
Under limited supervision, set up, adjust, perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain assigned equipment with responsibility for production and quality.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on assigned conveyors, automation, robotics and ancillary equipment as needed.

Perform routine troubleshooting of assigned out of service equipment and correct issues, acting as an escalation point for lower level technicians and escalating to leadership or more senior technicians as needed. Record all maintenance issues in maintenance log for each line.

Document all work in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and ticketing systems, maintaining accurate records of all operating logs for fire pumps, generators, HVAC equipment, and other facility systems that are tested on a routine basis.

Perform root cause analysis of major downtime events.

Assist maintenance mechanics in work that requires two people or when operational needs demand.

Perform facility/building project work as assigned, including light bulb/ballast replacement, door repairs, furniture installation, ceiling tile replacement, carpentry duties, plumbing repairs, and maintaining operation logs. Assemble and test equipment to verify correct operation and production. Analyze and record cause of production delays on daily production reports and initiate procedures to solve equipment malfunctions. Examine defects and analyze spoilage causes, taking corrective action where possible and verifying that the action has eliminated the problem.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience

3 years of experience with conveyor, automation, or robotics equipment repair and maintenance.

Fundamental understanding of machinery/equipment.

Basic skill level in multiple computer software packages, including Microsoft Excel.

Experience working with inputs, outputs, and PLC logic systems and ability to troubleshoot these systems.

Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes.

Physical abilities: frequently move, lift, and carry supplies/equipment up to 50 lbs and occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.

Must be able to stand for a minimum of 8 hours and up to 12 hours for up to 6 days a week.

Must be willing to learn new equipment as it is brought online.

Ability to continuously ascend and descend ladders and stairs, work at heights, work from a lying-down position, and work with hands above the head.

Willingness to operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklift).

Write documents and reports using writing instruments and computers.

Read information, often in small print (drawings).

Follow appropriate safety procedures such as Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc. and use personal protective equipment (PPE). Ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential safety hazards.

Must be willing to work overtime and be available for on-call requests as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, HVAC, or equivalent.

Graduate of an apprenticeship program or hold current trade certification.

At least 3 years of experience in a building maintenance position servicing a facility larger than 75,000 square feet.

Physical Activities Necessary

Ability to bend, twist, reach, push, and lift for extended periods daily; frequently move, lift, and carry supplies/equipment up to 50 lbs and occasionally lift up to 75 lbs.

Must be able to stand for a minimum of 8 hours and up to 12 hours for up to 6 days a week.

Ability to continuously ascend and descend ladders and stairs, work at heights and/or from a ladder, work from a lying-down position, and work with hands above the head.

Willingness to operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklift).

Write documents and reports using writing instruments and computers; read information in small print (drawings).

Follow safety procedures such as Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc. and use personal protective equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment, ensuring a safe work environment by eliminating potential hazards.

Ability to work overtime and be available for on-call requests as needed.

Salary and Benefits
The anticipated salary range for this position is $26.25 - $38.00 hourly, varying based on location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Benefits include health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, and access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and the Employee Service Corps for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. Employees working fewer than 30 hours per week also receive 401(k) contributions, paid time off, and access to the same programs.

EEO Statement
Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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