What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Technician position at KEEN Footwear?
What does it mean to be a part of the Keen Team? We are creators, explorers, builders, dreamers, hikers, travelers, and do-gooders. We are actionists. Yes, we make great shoes. More importantly, we build amazing careers and support healthy families. Our employees aren't simply our greatest resource. They're the reason we do any of this. Our brand is full of people brimming with a passion for excellence, a love for life outside, and a desire to make things better.
Job Title: Facilities Technician
Reports To: Sr. Manager, Facilities and Maintenance
Shift: First
Essential Responsibilities
- Serves as an example to other employees by consistently demonstrating exemplary work habits, which contribute to teamwork, productivity, and efficiency; maintains own functional knowledge and skills to assist staff with daily workload as needed.
- Troubleshoot PLC controlled Conveyor and Put wall technologies.
- Read and understand electrical schematics.
- Assist in the identification of design enhancements that can be made to improve equipment reliability while working with vendors and engineering to implement these changes.
- Install electrical and electronic parts and hardware in machines, using soldering equipment and hand tools.
- Assist in installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Report broken/inoperable/unsafe equipment to Maintenance Manager and take immediate corrective action if warranted.
- Maintain ongoing necessary/required training, certifications, and education.
- Institute the direction and goals of the Maintenance Manager to maintain the safety, efficiency, and productivity of equipment and plant operations.
- Assist Managers in after-hours maintenance calls.
- Maintain work area in a clean, orderly, and safe manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Maintenance Manager
- Serves as first line responder to all MHE / Equipment and PLC issues. Any issues that are unable to be resolved will be brought to the DC Maintenance Manager for a collaborative session of problem resolution.
- Ensures proper levels of replacement equipment is within the 4 walls of the DC to avoid any potential downtime.
- Contributes to a positive work environment in a manner that is consistent with KEEN expectations; with the bottom-line expectation of providing outstanding service to our partners and fans.
- Shows respect for the KEEN brand, including teammates within the operation.
- Conducts self with reliable and punctual attendance.
Physical/Mental Requirements
- The ability to work in a standing, sitting, or walking environment for 8-10 hour shifts.
- The ability to comprehend and train associates in all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
- Climb stairs/ladders
- Bend/stoop/crouch/squat
- Use arms/wrists/hands/grasp
- Lift/carry/push/pull
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Minimum Requirements
- Two-year technical degree or equivalent certification
- Minimum 4 years' experience as a Maintenance Mechanic
- Minimum three years' experience in Welding, PLC and conveyor Preventative Maintenance.
- Experience wiring 480V and 208V motors; and programming settings
- Proficiency with electrical and mechanical system troubleshooting with a strong understanding of AC and DC voltages and mechanical power transmission systems
- Proficiency in reading blueprints and electrical schematics
- Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines on short notice
- Effective written/oral communication skills and inter-personal skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations
- Ability to work multiple shifts and overtime as required (including some weekends)
- May be required to work overtime
- Must be able to read and take direction in English
Benefits:
- Subsidized On-site Vending
- Free Shoe Program
- KEEN Employee & Family Discount Program
- 401k retirement savings program with company match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- Outdoor Industry discounts
Employee Conduct:
- It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through mutual trust and respect; personal accountability and integrity; desire for growth and learning opportunities; teamwork; positive, honest and effective communication and professional interactions with co-workers, supervisors, customers and partners.