Oriental Trading Company, A Berkshire Hathaway Company

Maintenance Technician II

Oriental Trading Company, A Berkshire Hathaway Company  •  La Vista, NE (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

As our Maintenance Technician II, you will be responsible for performing general repairs associated with all aspects of a building/warehouse setting including, but not limited to: Conveyors, carton sorters, warehouse racking, dock equipment, forklifts, plumbing and carpentry. This role installs all types of building components and warehouse equipment.

Shift: Sunday-Thursday 10:30pm-7:00am

Detailed Description

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

  • Repairs, installs and tears down conveyor belts and racking. This can include transferring and moving objects that may weigh up to 200 pounds in cooperation with other individuals
  • Performs general maintenance of equipment including conveyors and sorters, forklifts, dock levelers, trailer restraints and other equipment
  • Responds to maintenance calls/requests in a timely manner under general supervision. Dismantles equipment/machines and makes proper repair. Verifies corrections before task or job is complete
  • Performs general painting of walls, furniture and miscellaneous items as necessary
  • Performs general repairs of all aspects of building maintenance
  • Completes work order documentation and submits to Maintenance Team Leader in a timely manner. Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment
  • Conducts all work activities in a safe manner
  • Cleans all areas as needed to maintain a safe work environment
  • Maintains regular and predictable attendance
  • Abides by all policies and procedures of Oriental Trading Company
  • Marginal Functions

  • Repairs and installs plumbing, including faucets, and clearing drain clogs
  • Repairs and performs new construction of walls, shelves and cabinets
  • Installs, disassembles and moves new and existing furniture and modular cubicles
  • Performs snow removal utilizing proper equipment such as shovel and snow blower
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • May drive company vehicle between locations; valid driver’s license and driving record in accordance with OTC standards is required for operation of company vehicles
  • Here’s what you need to join the fun:

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Conducts all work activities in compliance with OSHA regulations
    • Requires knowledge and ability to operate and handle all varieties of hand and power tools
    • Demonstrated proficiency in operating equipment, as set forth by the OTC certification standards
    • Must provide own hand tools

    Education

    • Associate’s degree or trade school certificate or degree or equivalent experience

    Experience

    • Minimum two years experience in maintenance and manual labor including plumbing, painting, and mechanical repair work
    • General AC/DC electrical experience is preferred
    • Formal technical training a preferred

    Other Qualifications

    • Must be at least 18 years of age
    • Ability to climb ladders of all types to access roof and ceiling
    • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on a regular basis
    • Must be able to walk frequently, use elevators and climb open grate stairways
    • Ability to work rotational weekend shifts while being on call the entire weekend

    Join us at Oriental Trading, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, where fun means business!

    Oriental Trading Company (www.orientaltrading.com),is the nation’s largest direct retailer of value-priced party supplies, arts and crafts, toys and novelties, and a leading provider of teaching supplies and affordable home décor and giftware. Founded in 1932 by a Japanese American, the Oriental Trading history of fun spans the better part of the last century. Today, Oriental Trading offers more than 60,000 products to individuals, teachers, schools, churches, businesses and nonprofits. With a corporate vision to “Make Life More Fun,” Oriental Trading (a Berkshire Hathaway company) spreads joy and smiles to millions each year through a robust family of brands; Oriental Trading, Fun Express, MindWare, SmileMakers, Morris Costumes and halloweenexpress.com.

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    Oriental Trading Company, A Berkshire Hathaway Company

    About Oriental Trading Company, A Berkshire Hathaway Company

    Oriental Trading Company has one simple mission: to make life more fun. For individuals, nonprofits, churches and schools, we provide countless reasons to share smiles while making all of life's moments more special.

    With more than 40,000 unique products, we're the nation's largest direct retailer of value-priced party supplies, toys and crafts as well as a leading provider of fundraising products. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, Oriental Trading has continued its long-standing commitment to excellent customer service, even being recognized by Foresee as one of the Top 20 Internet Retailers based on customer satisfaction. Additionally, Oriental Trading has been rated one of the Top 100 Online Retailers by Internet Retailer.

    Our history with fun is one that spans for the better part of the last century. Founded in 1932, we became a major supplier of novelties to the U.S. carnival trade in the 1950s before expanding in the succeeding decades through catalogs, direct marketing and eventually the internet in 1999.

    In 2012, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway saw tremendous value and growth opportunity in Oriental Trading and made the decision to purchase our company. Shortly after, Oriental Trading acquired two companies that aligned with our mission: MindWare, a manufacturer, wholesaler and direct retailer of “brainy toys for kids of all ages,” and SmileMakers, a leading brand specializing in patient giveaways and promotion products for dental and healthcare markets. To better meet the needs of our customers, Oriental Trading created several new brands in 2017; Marry Me, Fun365, and CustomFun365.

    For over 85 years, we've helped friends and families around the world spark imaginations and celebrate special moments. Spreading fun one smile at a time? That's our specialty!

    Ready to Make Your Career More Fun? Learn more at MyOTCCareer.com.

    Industry
    Retail & Ecommerce
    Company Size
    1,001-5,000 employees
    Headquarters
    Omaha, Nebraska
    Year Founded
    1932
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