The Maintenance Technician I supports the FedEx Industrial Maintenance for material handling to complete preventative and predictive maintenance and repair of material handling systems. Will utilize prescribed processes as they relate to mechanical power transmission, electrical, PLC/controls, welding/fabrication and other industrial maintenance related systems.
May troubleshoot component and systems issues.
- Provides basic preventative and predictive maintenance and repair of material handling systems in mainly mechanical power transmission and will work to build stronger skills in electrical and PLC/controls and welding/fabrication.
- Will diagnose simple mechanical power transmission issues visually or audibly apparent at the single component level
- Adheres to all applicable safety standards and promotes a safe work environment by attending safety meetings and required trainings and addressing all safety concerns.
- Will require assistance/supervision in preventative/corrective maintenance tasks
- May be required to work a flexible schedule including all days and shifts as the business need dictates.
Examples of what you can expect to learn in the Maintenance Tech I level (does not include all areas/responsibilities).
- Identify a failed bearing or gearbox on a single convey and successfully repair
- Familiar with mechanical drawings and manufacturers manuals
- Use a digital multimeter on AC/DC voltage and continuity setting to identify a failed or stuck relay or contacto r
- Familiar with electrical drawings/schematics and manufacturers manuals
- High School Diploma or GED required with minimum skill requirements.
- Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude through background or hobbies in agriculture, automotive or other technical areas
- In lieu of demonstrated mechanical aptitude, two (2) years of FedEx Operations Sortation equipment knowledge will be considered or currently enrolled in a certificate or degree program for Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics or related discipline
- Related military technical experience and electrical or mechanical trade experience will be considered
- Ability to solve basic mechanical or electrical problems, which may include understanding of basic engineering formulas
- Ability to diagnose simple mechanical power transmission issues visually or audibly apparent at the single component level
- Effective verbal and written communication within own department to peers, managers, and outside vendors to convey basic technical data and needs
- Software skills, including Microsoft Office suite and other web-based applications
Qualifications: This is a full-time Maintenance Technician I position for the Gary Hub. The position will be temporarily domiciled in Hammond, Indiana. Schedule TBD.
This req closes August 14, 2026 at 5PM.
Additional Details: Resume is required to determine eligibility.