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Target

Multi-channel retailer selling apparel, home, groceries

Maintenance Technician 1 - Upstream Distribution Center

Full-Time
$30 - $34/hr
Entry
Bachelor's
Suffolk, VA, USA
Remote

The role is based at the Suffolk distribution center and may involve travel to nearby facilities and local stores.

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About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Possess or be able to obtain a valid driver's license.
  • Demonstrate basic personal computer competency and the ability to use mobile applications on handheld devices.
  • Be familiar with simple wiring diagrams, symbols, and electrical measuring.
  • Have experience with work order management.
  • Have experience with preventive and predictive maintenance procedures.
  • Have experience using commonly used industrial tools.
  • Have basic carpentry and plumbing experience.
  • Have basic blueprint and schematic reading ability.
  • Have knowledge of basic alternating-current/direct-current electrical and electronic principles.
  • Have basic metal fabrication and welding experience.
  • Have knowledge of basic industrial controls.
  • Be able to perform the listed physical demands, including lifting and moving totes or cartons up to 49 pounds, climbing ladders and gangways, working at significant heights, and standing or walking for up to 10–12 hours.
  • Follow safety procedures and use personal protective equipment, including Lockout/Tagout and Arc Flash practices.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain and perform basic troubleshooting of the electrical and mechanical aspects of on-site material handling equipment, including conveyor systems, sortation equipment, scales, and printer applicators.
  • Demonstrate mechanical proficiency with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and alternating-current/direct-current electrical motors and drives.
  • Adjust, reset, repair, or replace adjustable components such as belts, chains, and cables, and wearing components such as guides, bearings, wheels, rollers, and pulleys.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot motors, photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachometers, and encoders.
  • Clean, lubricate, and calibrate equipment.
  • Use appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on facility equipment, including powered industrial trucks, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning equipment, air compressors and dryers, and balers.
  • Perform basic electrical maintenance and simple repairs or replacements of electrical circuits and related electronic equipment using multimeters and infrared thermometers.
  • Read and understand basic electrical and electronic schematics.
  • Use handheld devices and asset-management mobile applications to create and close work orders with labor hours, downtime, problem, cause, remedy, and parts-used data.
  • Work with other Target mechanics to solve problems and validate the quality of outside specialty contractors' work.
  • Collaborate with Senior Systems Engineers to perform root-cause analysis for equipment failures.
  • Operate Target-owned vehicles to complete maintenance activities outside the facility and within the trailer yard, and travel to nearby facilities and local stores to procure parts and supplies.
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships across the organization.
  • Eliminate potential equipment safety hazards and help ensure a safe work environment.
Desired Qualifications
  • A degree from a vocational school or college focused on Mechanical or Electrical fields.
  • Two or more years of apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the Mechanical or Electrical field.
  • Experience with automated conveyor systems and controls.
  • Experience with material handling equipment safety standards.
  • Experience with programmable logic controller programs and human-machine interfaces.
  • Ability to troubleshoot basic input/output functions.
  • Experience with robotic operation and maintenance.

About the company

Target is a large retailer that sells clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries through about 2,000 stores and an online platform, and it also carries its own branded products. It works by stocking broad assortments and offering convenient shopping options, including same-day services, supported by owned brands and a strong online presence; customers can shop in stores or online and use the Target Circle loyalty program with flexible memberships. Its differentiators include the Design For All philosophy—high-quality, well-designed products at affordable prices—a wide lineup of owned brands, and a focus on rewards and convenience through its loyalty program and services, plus a commitment to sustainability via Target Forward. Target’s goal is to provide a convenient, relevant, and enjoyable shopping experience while pursuing a sustainable, community-minded business that gives back to neighborhoods.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 comparable sales rose 3.8%, and Target raised full-year guidance.
  • Target opened its 2,000th store and plans over 30 openings in 2026.
  • Next-day delivery now reaches over 50 metros, expanding free speedy fulfillment options.

What critics are saying

  • Fiddelke cut 1,800 corporate roles in October 2025 after prolonged sales declines.
  • DEI backlash, boycotts, and litigation damaged Target’s brand trust through 2026.
  • Tariffs and import exposure pressure pricing; a failed turnaround threatens Target’s relevance.

What makes Target unique

  • Target combines 2,000 stores with same-day, next-day, and Drive Up fulfillment.
  • Target Circle 360, Roundel, and Target Plus deepen recurring digital monetization.
  • Target’s owned-brand design still differentiates it from Walmart and Costco.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

-4%

1 year growth

-4%

2 year growth

-4%