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The Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Repair Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing material‑handling assets that support daily warehouse operations. This includes, but is not limited to, forklifts, pallet jacks, conveyors, dock equipment, and safety systems. The technician ensures safe, efficient equipment performance while supporting operational needs across multiple facilities. Travel between sites is required.

• Provide scheduled and emergency maintenance for MHE across multiple assigned facilities.
• Prioritize service calls across sites based on operational urgency and equipment downtime.
• Coordinate with the local site Facilities Coordinator to schedule repairs with minimal disruption.
• Travel to sites for emergency repairs, preventive maintenance, and equipment inspections.

Maintenance & Repair

• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) for forklifts, pallet jacks, tuggers, conveyors, and dock systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.
• Service conveyor belts, motors, sensors, rollers, control panels, and safety mechanisms.
• Support facility teams with troubleshooting automation and material flow systems.

Troubleshooting & Technical Support

• Use manufacturer manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools to determine root causes of failures.
• Provide technical guidance to site leadership and operators about equipment usage and common issues.
• Make recommendations to enhance equipment longevity and reliability.

Documentation & Compliance

• Log all maintenance activities, including travel time and parts usage.
• Maintain accurate service records for audits and compliance across multiple sites.
• Ensure all work meets OSHA, ANSI, and internal safety standards.
• Assist in monitoring parts inventory at each location and support reordering processes.

Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Follow strict LOTO and safety procedures at every site.
• Proactively identify equipment hazards across facilities and escalate when needed.
• Support cross‑site facility audits, safety inspections, and reliability initiatives.
• Recommend improvements to standardize MHE programs company‑wide.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2–5+ years of hands-on experience repairing MHE or industrial equipment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly between sites.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical diagrams.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, diagnostic tools, and electrical testing equipment.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily priorities across multiple locations.

• Technical certificate in industrial maintenance, heavy equipment tech, or related field.
• Experience working in multi‑facility or regional maintenance roles.

• Strong self‑direction and ability to work remotely without close supervision.
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic ability.
• Clear communication with all levels of site leadership.
• Ability to manage schedules and travel efficiently.
• Strong sense of ownership and reliability.
• Commitment to safety across all operating environments.

• Ability to safely work in warehouse and industrial environments, including exposure to noise, vibration, dust, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, with heavier loads moved using assistance or mechanical devices.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment requiring fine motor skills and manual dexterity.
• Ability to visually inspect equipment, read schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and digital displays, and distinguish colors, symbols, and warning indicators.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and maintain situational awareness around moving machinery.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues, prioritize tasks, and work independently across multiple sites.
• Ability to work under time constraints, manage changing priorities, and respond effectively to equipment downtime or emergency repairs.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate clearly with site personnel and management.

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• Work performed across multiple warehouses, distribution centers, and industrial sites.
• Regular travel between locations is required (daily or weekly).
• Exposure to warehouse conditions (heights, noise, hot/cold environments).
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. and work in non‑climate‑controlled spaces.

• Equipment: MHE, Pallet jack, Laptop computer, fax machine, copier, cell phone, and 2-way radio.
• Systems: Outlook, Excel, Word, Specialized software, etc.

LifeScience Logistics is an equal opportunity employer that takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.