Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Maintenance Technician, you're the "go-to" when it comes to keeping our facilities and equipment in safe working order. You will perform a variety of technical maintenance and service functions on equipment, systems and facilities in our distribution center. In this role, you will also spearhead equipment moves and new equipment installations. AEO offers multiple levels of opportunity for Maintenance Technicians based on skill and experience. Plus, we are proud to offer Maintenance Technicians continued developmental training and the ability to grow in role.

COMPANY SUMMARY:

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) is a leading global specialty retailer offering high-quality, on-trend clothing, accessories and personal care products at affordable prices under its American Eagle Outfitters and Aerie brands. The company operates more than 1,000 stores in North America, and ships to 81 countries worldwide through its websites. American Eagle Outfitters and Aerie merchandise also is available at approximately 54 international franchise stores in 12 countries. For more information, please visit www.ae.com.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Installation, troubleshooting, and repair of material handling equipment, including conveyors, motor-driven rollers, gear-reducers, motors and other associated equipment. Installation, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Perform preventative and predictive maintenance, repair and installation of machinery and equipment, advanced diagnostic troubleshooting. Ensuring full functionality of all forklifts, racking, and other general facility equipment and systems. Ensure full functionality of all PLC controlled conveyor systems, related controls and software, electric photo-eyes, and other associated equipment. Optimize maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance. Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting actions, communicating irregularities, and scheduling correction of abnormalities. Use CMMS to search parts inventory, initiate purchase requests, research for work order documentation, and input work order details. Performing timely and effective preventative maintenance work, with quality and professional results. Promote and conduct good housekeeping practices, including 5S principles. Support Operations by working in a safe, customer-focused manner. Assist with building and site start-up as required. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

CONTINUOUS (67% to 100%)


Lift up to 35 lbs, including overhead Carry up to 35 lbs Grip up to 35 lbs Push/Pull up to 20 lbs Bending/Stooping/Reaching Standing/Walking
FREQUENT (34% to 66%)


Overhead reaching Stair climbing and working at platform heights to 75 ft
OCCASIONAL (1% to 33%)


Lift 36 to 50 lbs Carry 36 to 50 lbs Push up to 40 lbs Awkward posture to access machines with 19" clearance

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent Technical Degree, or certificate: and 2 years experience Or a Minimum 4 years work related experience Technically experienced with industrial maintenance; corrective/breakdown experience Must follow set safety procedures and guidelines Self-motivated, responsible, safety-oriented individual with time management skills. Must earn and maintain Powered Industrial Truck operator certification as well as Yard Truck certification Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, including in inclement weather Have knowledge, understand, and keep certification on First Aid/CPR and AED Have knowledge, understand, and keep certification on NFPA 70E and Arc Flash principles Proficient in use of hand tools, powered hand tools, and electrical test and measurement equipment Ability to understand and follow established SOPs Thorough working knowledge of industrial equipment, usage, and safety procedures/processes Basic skills to troubleshoot/repair/PM of HVAC systems; roof top units, split-units, air handling units, CRAC units, gas heaters, and make-up units Ability to use/manipulate Building Management System Ability to use/manipulate HMI system to troubleshoot the MHE flow Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System. MVPOne preferred. Knowledge and understanding of power generation systems; troubleshooting, outage procedures, and load shedding Capable of following diagrams, sketches, blueprints, schematic, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions and engineering specifications Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) experience preferred Knowledge of Allen Bradley Studio 500 and 5000 operating suites Ability to troubleshoot the following systems and processes while working on the floor: AC drives, DC drives, Servo/Drives, PLC, HMI, AC, DC, and Servo Motors Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot/repair industrial electrical and control circuits General plumbing and construction skills Fabrication/welding experience preferred Flexibility to work all days and shifts, including overtime on request Bilingual in English and Spanish, a plus * Proficiency with Google Suite, a plus