Maintenance Lead

The Blueprint (Role Profile)

Opportunity available for a Maintenance Lead at our Apex, NC distribution center. This position is responsible for coordinating maintenance activities, prioritizing preventive maintenance, and resolving equipment issues. As a working lead, they assign work, provide technical guidance, and coach technicians. 

Come build your future with us!

• Excellent benefits starting your 1st day - medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; health savings account; and more!
• 3 weeks paid time off/vacation
• 11 paid holidays

The Build (Responsibilities)

• Provide technical support and guidance to the maintenance team.
• Troubleshoot and assist in the repair of conveyors, sortation systems, material handling equipment, dock equipment, HVAC systems, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
• Work with Operations and Facilities leadership to schedule maintenance activities and support business needs.
• Report equipment failures, safety concerns, and maintenance performance metrics to management.
• Ensure maintenance work is completed safely, accurately, and in accordance with established procedures.
• Manage work orders in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and ensure accurate recordkeeping.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance shop and work areas.
• Participate in after-hours support as required.
• Perform hands-on maintenance duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

The Toolbox (Qualifications)

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a distribution, manufacturing, or automated warehouse environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and conveyor systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS software and maintenance planning processes.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft 365 applications.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Able to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical degree, trade certification, or equivalent maintenance experience preferred.
• 1-3 years of leadership, supervisory, or lead technician experience preferred.
• Certification in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, or mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and automated controls.
• Experience with conveyor systems, sortation equipment, robotics, or automated distribution center technologies.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk continuously for up to 12 hours, if necessary.
• Climb stairs, ladders, and work at elevated heights.
• Kneel, bend, squat, crawl, and work in confined spaces.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally with assistance.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and moving equipment.