Maintenance Technician

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Pay range per hour: $29.70 - $35.21. Pay is based on labor markets, education, experience, certifications. Target offers comprehensive health benefits, 401(k), employee discount, short‑term and long‑term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.

Pay Range: $29.70 - $35.21, based on applicable experience. Health benefits after 14 days of employment. Tuition‑free programs. Hiring for shift E1:
Sunday – Wednesday, 3:30 AM – 1:30 PM.

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture.

As an Engineering & Facilities Maintenance Technician 1 (MT1) you maintain and repair automated material handling and facility equipment, ensuring high equipment availability rates. You use preventive and predictive maintenance processes, troubleshoot equipment breakdowns, and restore equipment to service to support the successful operation of the supply‑chain facility. You collaborate with Target mechanics, validate quality of work for outside contractors, meet aggressive timelines, and perform root‑cause analysis with senior systems engineers.

You operate Target‑owned vehicles, travel to nearby facilities and local stores to procure parts and supplies, and are eligible for promotion to Maintenance Technician 2 after demonstrating proficiency.

• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical aspects of material handling equipment (conveyor systems, sortation, scales, printer applicators).
• Perform preventive maintenance on facility equipment such as powered industrial trucks, HVAC, air compressors and dryers, and balers.
• Perform basic electrical maintenance and repair/replace electrical circuits and related equipment using multimeters and infrared thermometers.
• Read and understand basic electrical and electronic schematics.
• Use handheld devices and asset‑management system mobile apps to create and close work orders with data on labor, downtime, cause and remedy.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Follow safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment (Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out, arc‑flash protection).

• High‑school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Basic PC competency and ability to use handheld apps.
• Familiarity with simple wiring diagrams, symbols and electrical measuring.
• Experience with work‑order management, preventive/predictive maintenance procedures, commonly used industrial tools, basic carpentry and plumbing, blueprint/ schematic reading, AC/DC electrical principles, metal fabrication, and industrial controls.

• Desired:
  Vocational degree in mechanical or electrical engineering; 2+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience; experience with automated conveyor systems and controls; experience with material‑handling equipment safety standards; experience with PLC and HMI; ability to troubleshoot basic I/O functions; experience with robotic operation/maintenance.

• Regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Lift and move totes or cartons up to 49 lbs each.
• Walk within and around the site with great frequency.
• Climb ladders and gangways safely and work off platforms and equipment at significant heights.
• Full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists, eye/hand coordination, foot–pedal use, and repetitive wrist motion.
• Work conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours, and wet or uneven surfaces.
• Ability to stand/walk for up to 10–12 hours.

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In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.acc

Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Management and Manufacturing. Industry: Retail.