Maintenance Technician I

Work Location Type:[[Onsite

About Grainger:

W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products and solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. Known for its commitment to service and award-winning culture, the Company had 2024 revenue of $17.2 billion across its two business models. In the High-Touch Solutions segment, Grainger offers approximately 2 million maintenances, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, including technical support and inventory management. In the Endless Assortment segment,Zoro.comoffers customers access to more than 14 million products, andMonotaRO.comoffers more than 24 million products. For more information, visitwww.grainger.com.

Compensation:

This position is hourly.

The starting range for Maintenance Tech I will be between $25.36 to $29.84 based on skill and other factors.

• $1/hour for working overnight shift

Rewards and Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starts on day one of employment.
• Access to up to 50% of your paycheck based on hours worked before payday.
• 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
• 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
• Employee discounts, parental leave, and other benefits.
• Safety shoes provided (where applicable).

For additional information and details regarding Grainger's benefits, please click on the link below:

https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire

The rate of pay provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The rate reflects the expected base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position.

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

Position Details:

We're searching for experienced maintenance technicians for 3rd shift (11:00pm to 7:30am). In this role, you will report to the Facilities Supervisor.

Tech I:

You Will:

Primary Function for Maintenance Tech I:

This position's primary responsibilities are to repair and maintain all Powered Industrial Equipment (PIE) and associated equipment in order to support the goals of the Distribution Center. In addition, completing Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing repairs and other building tasks will be required. This position will be required to demonstrate proper safe work practices around automated equipment while in a production environment by adherence to Lock-Out-Tag-Out (LOTO) and NFPA70E/NEC code standards. Additional responsibilities for this position include assisting higher level Technicians with the automated material handling system preventive maintenance and repair program.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance tasks for PIE fleet.
• Perform battery changes on PIE.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair on batteries and the battery changing equipment.
• Perform repairs to picking carts, trash gondolas and other warehouse support assets.
• Complete assigned projects to support Operations Departments.
• Perform basic building repairs, including plumbing, electrical, mechanical and carpentry repairs.
• Maintain shop equipment including cranes, drill presses, stand grinders, welding equipment, presses (hydraulic/pneumatic), jacks, jack stands, band saws and various other pieces of equipment.
• Assist Facilities team as needed.
• Perform tasks such as fire watch, removing and installing of conveyor and welding /burning projects, etc.
• General shop housekeeping and stock keeping responsibilities.
• Utilization of CMMS to enter daily Maintenance Activities.
• Remain current in training for LOTO, NFPA/NEC standards and other KPI, as required by policies.
• Other duties, as assigned.
• Additional responsibilities will include assisting Technicians II-IV with preventive maintenance and repair tasks on the automated material handling system.

Position Requirements:

• One or more years of building and equipment maintenance experience.
• Experience with Microsoft and CMMS programs.
• Knowledge and application of safe work practices, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) standards.
• Can frequently lift, push, and slide packages typically weighing 50-75lbs.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and pneumatic concepts.
• Experience using electrical multi-meters, hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, calipers, gauges, etc.
• Interpret Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing (MEP) drawings and schematics

You Have

Preferred Education & Experience:

• One or more years of building and equipment maintenance experience

• Complete all company forms and paperwork.

• Can frequently lift, push, and slide practices, typically weighing 50-75lbs.

• Knowledge and application of safe work practices, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) standards.

• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and carpentry concepts, and proper tool usage.

• Develop skills through ongoing training.

• Vocational high school or equivalent training.

• Experience using electrical multi-meters, hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, calipers, gauges, etc.

• Interpret Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing (MEP) drawings and schematics.

Work Environment:

Must be able to tolerate an environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust and work around moving equipment

Position must operate in compliance with OSHA and Hazardous Materials guidelines.

Able to work in a team environment

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one's employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.