Maintenance Technician IV (Sr. Maintenance Technician)

Job Summary
The Sr. Maintenance Technician is a practical technical specialist who handles complex troubleshooting, repairs, and ensures the reliability of advanced automated material handling systems. This position is essential to each shift, contributing to automation uptime, and working collaboratively with Maintenance Leadership, Reliability teams, and PLC Engineering to help avoid recurring breakdowns. This role provides coaching & guidance to other Maintenance Technicians II & III.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair complex issues across automated systems including:

Conveyance (MDR, belt, sortation)

ASRS / shuttle systems

Pick modules, print & apply, scanners

Lead response to system-down or chronic fault conditions

Perform advanced mechanical, electrical, and controls-related troubleshooting

Restore equipment safely and efficiently to minimize downtime and service impact

Execute and improve preventive and predictive maintenance (PM/PdM) activities

Identify failure trends and recommend corrective actions to Maintenance Leadership

Support root cause analysis (RCA) for repeat or high-impact failures

Ensure PM work is completed to standard and documented accurately in the CMMS

Serve as technical escalation point for Maintenance TechII & III

Coach and mentorMaintenance Technicians II & IIIon troubleshooting best practices

Support onboarding and skills development of new technicians

Model strong safety, quality, and ownership behaviors on the floor

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Partner with:

PLC Engineers for controls-related issues and logic changes

Reliability / AssetAnalyston equipment performance and lifecycle improvements

Operations during recovery, start-ups, and flow disruptions

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to increase uptime, throughput, and safety

Provide feedback on equipment design issues and maintainability concerns

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor Degree preferred

5 + years of maintenance experience in an automated distribution, manufacturing, or industrial setting

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills

Proven experience working with automated material handling equipment

Ability to read and interpret:

Electrical schematics

Mechanical drawings

OEM manuals

Comfortable working in a fast-paced,



high-availability operation

Experience with PLC-controlled systems (troubleshooting at I/O and fault level; no programming required)preferred

CMMS experience (PM execution, work order documentation)

Exposure to reliability concepts (MTBF, MTTR, RCA)preferred

Technical certifications or trade school background (electrical, mechatronics, industrial maintenance)preferred

Skills

Advanced troubleshooting and critical thinking

Strong sense of urgency and ownership

Ability to remain calm and methodical during system outages

Clear communication with both technical and non-technical partners

Safety-first mindset in a highly automated environment

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends,OTand holidays as required

Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and lift up to standard maintenance limits

Comfortable working around automated and energized equipment in compliance with safety standards

Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity
As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

What’s in it For You
We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage both mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on “Looking to Join VF” to learn more.

Hiring Range:
$35.20 USD - $44.00 USD per hour

Incentive Potential
This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential.



Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation
You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

P lease note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

VF Diversity Vision StatementVF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world.VF is an equal employment chance/ affirmative action employer of minorities, females, protected veterans and the disabled. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.

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📌 Senior Maintenance Tech 2nd Shift (Manitoba)
🏢 VF
📍 Manitoba