Service Technician II

About the position

Service Technician II is responsible for performing general maintenance, repairs and preventative maintenance with all Material Handling Equipment (MHE), automated systems, and conveyors involving all customers and vendors of Kenco Fleet Services.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for scheduling Planned Maintenance (PM) of all Fleet Services Equipment, automated systems, and conveyors, and keeping updated records of PM's completed.
  • Performs corrective repairs and preventive maintenance on MHE, batteries, automated systems and conveyors in accordance with site and original equipment manufacturer standards.
  • Maintains regular communication with site managers, supervisors, and operations leaders regarding equipment status, service requirements, project timelines, work progress, delays, or obstacles that may impact operations or customer commitments.
  • Meet or exceed established performance metrics including service response times, first-time fix rates, and preventive maintenance completion schedules.
  • Manage equipment condition and support repair readiness by reporting damage, coordinating required parts, and maintaining accurate service and inventory records.
  • Communicate with Parts team on parts and supplies needed to maintain equipment.
  • Maintain parts inventory and repair records for all equipment by completing accurate paperwork.
  • Access and navigate original equipment manufacturer (OEM) software platforms to perform diagnostics, troubleshooting, and equipment programming.
  • Use OEM software, service manuals, wiring diagrams, and parts schematics to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues and perform required adjustments or replacements.
  • Achieve and maintain minimum 80% technician efficiency or 100% PM completion monthly by maximizing billable work hours relative to total available work time.
  • Conducts routine inspections of equipment and safety devices to ensure compliance with OSHA, facility, and manufacturer standards.
  • Understanding of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations applicable to material handling equipment, industrial maintenance, and field service operations.
  • Must interact with customers and coworkers in a professional manner.
  • Responsible for general cleanliness of service area always.
  • Conduct thorough monthly inspections of assigned service vehicle or shop workspace according to company checklist and schedule.
  • Maintain organized, clean, and efficient workspace in service vehicle or shop area following 5S methodology (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
  • Knowledge of customer facility-specific safety requirements, site access protocols, and contractor safety orientation procedures.
  • Support the Kenco Operating System by identifying ways to work more safely, efficiently, and effectively, and sharing ideas that help the team and company get better.

Requirements

  • High school diploma, G.E.D. or tech school graduate.
  • 2-4 years of mechanic experience; preferably prior experience with repair and maintenance of material handling equipment, automated systems, and conveyors, or similar equipment.
  • ASE Certification preferred.
  • Silver and/or Gold Certification preferred.
  • Electrical journeyman certification preferred.
  • Electrical and pneumatic experience preferred.
  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems on multiple types of equipment.
  • Proficiency using email, work order management software, and mobile applications for daily job functions.
  • Able to read and understand electrical and hydraulic system schematics.
  • Self-motivated, self-directed, highly responsible, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Must be able to frequently lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Supply own mechanic technician hand tools.
  • Must be able to safely operate lift trucks.

Nice-to-haves

  • ASE Certification preferred.
  • Silver and/or Gold Certification preferred.
  • Electrical journeyman certification preferred.
  • Electrical and pneumatic experience preferred.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
  • Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Basic Life and Supplemental Life
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
  • Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days
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