Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift at Certco Inc

Madison, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Troubleshooting, Mechanical Systems, Conveyor Systems, Material Handling Systems, Forklifts, Pallet Jacks, Electrical Issues, Preventative Maintenance, Reading Electrical Diagrams, Schematics, Technical Manuals, Welding, Problem Solving, Lifting up to 50 pounds, Working in Cold Storage, 480V Three Phase

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Description Maintenance Technician Warehouse Equipment & Facility Maintenance Certco Inc. | Daniels Street Location | Madison, WI Voted a Top Workplace – Wisconsin State Journal (2024, 2025 & 2026) Certco Inc., a leading grocery wholesale distributor serving independent retailers throughout the Midwest, is looking for a Maintenance Technician to support operations at our Daniels Street warehouse facility in Madison. This role plays an important part in keeping our warehouse running safely and efficiently by maintaining building systems, conveyor systems, and powered industrial equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. If you enjoy troubleshooting mechanical systems, solving problems, and working in a hands on technical role, this could be a great opportunity to grow your maintenance career with a stable and respected company. Why Join Certco At Certco, we offer more than just a job. We offer long term career opportunities with a stable company that values hard work, teamwork, and reliability. Pay will be based on various factors, such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Competitive pay Great Schedule (First Shift / Monday - Friday) Excellent benefits package Low cost premium insurance including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage 401k with company match and profit sharing Wellness perks including gym reimbursement, chair massages, on site fitness center and weekly chiropractic care Strong company culture including company picnics, sports teams, and employee events Stable company with long term career opportunities What You Will Do As a Maintenance Technician, you will help ensure our facility and equipment operate safely and efficiently by Troubleshooting and repairing warehouse equipment and building systems Performing preventative maintenance on conveyors and material handling systems Maintaining and servicing electric powered industrial equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks Maintaining industrial batteries for lift trucks Diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues Responding to equipment breakdowns and operational maintenance needs Performing scheduled preventative maintenance inspections Maintaining maintenance logs, work orders, and repair documentation Assisting with coordination of outside contractors when necessary Identifying safety hazards and reporting maintenance concerns Qualifications 1 to 3 years of maintenance experience in an industrial, warehouse, or manufacturing environment preferred Experience maintaining conveyor systems preferred Experience repairing forklifts or material handling equipment preferred Welding experience is a plus Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem solving skills Ability to read electrical diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals Experience working with electrical systems up to 480V three phase preferred Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally Ability to work in cold storage conditions A Top Workplace Three Years in a Row At Certco, you will find stability, purpose, and the opportunity to support local grocery stores and communities across the Midwest. Our people first culture and continued growth make this an exciting time to join our team. Requirements Schedule: Monday - Friday Hours: 8am - 4pm Job Summary The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the facility and all operational equipment to ensure safe and efficient warehouse operations. This includes troubleshooting, repairing and performing preventative maintenance on building systems, conveyor systems and electric powered industrial equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks. The position performs both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks, responds to operational issues and helps ensure all equipment is operating safely and reliably. Individual responsibilities and work priorities will be established through annual performance objectives aligned with departmental goals. Essential Job Functions Safely operate lift trucks and other powered industrial equipment Maintain and service industrial batteries for the lift truck fleet Troubleshoot, service and repair electric powered industrial trucks including forklifts and pallet jacks Maintain and repair facility systems including building equipment and material handling systems Troubleshoot and maintain warehouse conveyor systems Perform scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and repairs Perform safety and operational testing on equipment and systems Respond to equipment breakdowns and operational maintenance issues Complete accurate daily work orders and maintenance documentation Maintain maintenance logs, repair records and required reports Track maintenance requests and work order completion Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and parts Attend required meetings and training programs Assist in coordinating repairs with outside contractors and vendors Identify equipment issues and report hazardous or emergency conditions Perform general facility and equipment preventative maintenance Perform other duties as assigned Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally Maintain regular attendance and comply with the company attendance policy Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work in cold storage conditions throughout the workday Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics and technical manuals Strong troubleshooting and mechanical problem solving skills Ability to work independently and within a team environment Experience with electrical maintenance up to 480V three phase systems Ability to prioritize work and complete tasks with minimal supervision Education and Experience 1 to 3 years maintenance experience in an industrial or warehouse environment preferred Experience maintaining conveyor systems preferred Experience repairing electric lift trucks or material handling equipment preferred Welding experience preferred Certco is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician ensures facility and equipment operate safely and efficiently by troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on warehouse equipment, building systems, and material handling systems like conveyors, forklifts, and pallet jacks. This includes diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, responding to breakdowns, maintaining logs, and assisting with contractor coordination.