Distribution Center Automation Reliability Lead (Mechanical/Electrical)

Do you lead by example on the shop floor? Are conveyors, PLCs, and VFDs your comfort zone? Do you thrive on building safe, efficient routines that keep distribution centers online? If so, you might be the reliability lead we’re looking for.

Why this role matters

As the lead for preventive maintenance, you’ll set the daily schedule, guide a responsive crew, and ensure projects are completed efficiently and safely—every JSA, M‑010, and work order closed out to standard. You’ll operate to customer specifications, follow ASE protocol, and be able to jump in to perform any Preventative Maintenance Technician task.

What you’ll do

• Lead a team that performs conveyor PMs: greasing, cleaning, repairs, and modifications on industrial automation equipment.
• Perform detailed tasks including:
  • Vacuuming and blowing out conveyor bed frames with a compressed air gun.
  • Wiping down motors, bearings, shafts, and interior guards.
  • Aligning chains; tightening set screws on bearings and sprockets.
  • Checking oil in gearboxes and tightening mounting bolts on motors and bearings.
  • Inspecting and cleaning pulleys; lubricating chains and adjusting to proper tension.
  • Inspecting and tracking belts.
• Follow daily instructions from the Service Manager or Field Supervisor to dispatch, maintain, and repair equipment.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and welders safely every day.
• Work around high/low voltage circuits safely and compliantly.
• Operate a conveyor belt lacer and cutting tool.
• Leverage electrical test equipment, including volt meters and programming terminals, to test panel components.
• Use a Smart Phone or Tablet to send and receive emails; track and maintain company tools and materials.
• Maintain a clean work area, including field materials and tooling, and follow the Company Code of Conduct and Safety Policies.

Leadership responsibilities

• Conduct weekly safety meetings; submit JSA’s daily.
• Communicate proactively with the Service Manager and with customers.
• Submit complete and organized documentation: time cards, expense reports, M‑010’s, work orders, and more.
• Train technicians in the trade and in All systems policies and procedures.

Your background

• Hands‑on experience with conveyor systems is ideal. If your background is in other industrial equipment maintenance, we will train you on conveyors.
• Demonstrated commitment to OSHA and company safety policy.

Requirements to succeed

• Full‑time 40HR+ schedule; ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to travel for several days at a time in rotation; available for early mornings as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to receive and respond to after‑hours service calls when on the ASE call list; may require several hours of early‑morning travel to facilities.
• Local travel to perform work duties.
• Comfort performing tasks in required PPE.
• Strong collaborator who can also execute independently.
• Fluent with power tools: grinder, sawzall, band saw, drill, impact, skill saw, hammer drill, etc.
• Proficient using a Smart Phone or Tablet for email.
• Personal tool set for repairs (List available).

Nice‑to‑have operational capabilities

• Welding with Arc or MIG (electric or gas).
• Operation of Fork Lifts, Scissor lifts, Boom Lifts, and other heavy equipment.
• Driving and inspecting company servicing vehicles.

Proficiencies

• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Heavy Material Handling
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Ability to travel
• Travel is within AZ
• Lead Experience

Tools & technologies you’ll use

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) — Siemens and Allen Bradley
• Conveyor Systems