Maintenance Technician 1

The pay range per hour is $28.20 - $31.68

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at

Engineering & Facilities - Maintenance Technician 1 (MT1)

About job:

Currently hiring for below shifts:

A2 Key - Saturday, Sunday, Monday from 5:00pm to 5:00am

up to $3.00 shift differential

Tuition Reimbursement program

Benefits eligible within two weeks of employment

About us:

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

A role in a Supply Chain Facility means being on the very front lines of getting product to the guest as fast as possible—a critical differentiator and one of the most essential Logistics functions. You’ll reach beyond the bounds of your team to partner across the enterprise and find solutions to support the business. Whether it’s through focusing on our regional or upstream distribution centers, import warehouses, or fulfillment and flow centers, you’ll have a chance to positively impact thousands of fellow team members and Target guests worldwide, further differentiating Target from all the rest.

As an Engineering & Facilities Maintenance Technician 1 (MT1), you will maintain and repair automated material handling and facility equipment, and ensure high equipment availability rates. You will use preventive and predictive maintenance processes, and rapidly troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and quickly restore equipment to service to support the successful operation of the supply chain facility. You will work with other Target mechanics to solve problems, validate quality of work for outside specialty contractors, and meet aggressive time lines. You will collaborate with Senior Systems Engineers to perform Root Cause Analysis for equipment failures. You will operate Target owned vehicles to complete maintenance activities on the exterior of the facility and within the trailer yard, as well as travel to nearby facilities and local stores to procure parts and supplies as needed. This is an entry-level position in the technician role with promotion potential to Maintenance Technician 2, by completing and demonstrating proficiency in all related Maintenance Technician 2 job requirements, measured by both hands-on validation and by a written assessment.

A successful candidate in this role will:

Maintain and perform basic troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical aspects of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) on site, including conveyor systems, sortation, scales and printer applicators

Demonstrate mechanical proficiency for hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and AC/DC electrical motors and drives

Adjust, reset, repair, or replace adjustable components (belts, chains, cables) and wearing components (guides, bearings, wheels, rollers, pulleys)

Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachometers, encoders, etc.

Clean, lubricate, and calibrate equipment

Use appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals

Perform preventative maintenance on facility equipment (i.e. Powered Industrial Trucks, HVAC, air compressors and dryers, and balers)

Perform basic electrical maintenance and simple repair/replace of various electrical circuits and related electronic equipment, using tools such as multi-meters and infrared thermometers

Read and understand basic electrical and electronic schematics

Utilize handheld devices and asset management system mobile apps to create and close Work Orders with appropriate data (labor hours, downtime, problem/cause/remedy, and parts used)

Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization

Follow appropriate safety procedures and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment (Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc.), and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards

Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

About you:

Physical Demands (must be able to perform with or without reasonable accommodation):

Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head

Lift and move totes or cartons up to 49 pounds each

Walking within and around the site with great frequency

Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation, and work off platforms and equipment at significant heights

Full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists, eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals), manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation)

Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces

Ability to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Possess or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license

Basic PC competency and ability to use mobile apps on handheld devices

Familiar with simple wiring diagrams, symbols and electrical measuring

Experience in the following areas:

Work order management

Preventive/predictive maintenance procedures

Commonly used industrial tools

Basic Carpentry and Plumbing

Basic blueprint and schematic reading

Basic AC/DC electrical and electronic principles

Basic metal fabrication and welding

Basic Industrial Controls

Desired:

Degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field

2+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the Mechanical or Electrical field

Experience with automated conveyor systems and controls

Experience with Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards

Experience with Programmable Logic Control (PLC) programs and Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)

Ability to troubleshoot basic Input/Output functions

Experience with robotic operation/ maintenance

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Target will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or Supply Chain Facility or reach out to Guest Services at for additional information.

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