Facilities Automation Technician 2

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is nearly 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

The Facilities Maintenance Technician II is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated material handling and facility equipment to ensure high availability and operational readiness across the distribution center. Utilizing preventive and predictive maintenance processes, this role rapidly restores equipment to service while collaborating with internal technicians, leadership, and external contractors to execute root cause analyses and safety protocols. Facilities Automation Technician II will share knowledge and perform training for Tech I’s, and will assist in coordinating maintenance activities to support operational and support partners.

A day in the life as a Facilities Automation Technician II...

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including conveyor systems, AutoStore ASRS, sortation systems, scales, and three-ply printer applicators

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and AC/DC electrical motors and reducers, ASRS robots and chargers, drives, belts, chains, guides, bearings, rollers, and pulleys

• Inspect, calibrate, and replace electrical components such as photo eyes, relays, proximity sensors, solenoids, motor starters, tachometers, and encoders

• Conduct routine maintenance on auxiliary facility equipment, including Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT), HVAC systems, air compressors and dryers, balers, and basic plumbing systems

• Diagnose low-voltage circuits and electronic components using multi-meters, infrared thermometers, job plans, and electrical schematics

• Utilize the CMMS program via handheld devices, capturing accurate labor hours, downtime, root cause, resolution, and spare parts used to ensure accurate metrics and site records

• Oversees outside service providers for necessary repairs when independent contractors are required - including calling, coordinating, and assisting as necessary

• Executes preventative and predictive maintenance on the facility and equipment and respond to all site issues as required by Facilities leadership

• Participates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the position

• Execute all safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash compliance, and housekeeping while actively eliminating equipment hazards in accordance with OSHA guidelines and company policy

What you'll bring to the table...

• Possess good troubleshooting skills   

• Possess good electrical, mechanical, controls, and building maintenance skills

• Ability to work on PLCs, VFDs, SICK scanners, and controls logic

• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain ASRS technology

• Ability to interpret blueprints and schematic drawings

• Ability to work under time constraints

• GHS (Global Harmonized System for Hazardous Waste) knowledge

• Good communication skills and attention to detail

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

• Ability to certify and train others on powered industrial equipment 

• Possess a complete understanding of training and communication resources relevant to the position

• Maintains an awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following the guidelines as outlined in the Company Code of Conduct and Associate Policy manuals

• Basic English Language proficiency 

We'd love to hear from you if you have...

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with repairing automated conveyor systems and programming controls 

• Ability to wire and program a VFD as well as experience with 3-phase 480V electrical power

• Able to understand ladder logic and perform diagnostic troubleshooting with controls engineers (in person, over the phone, written instructions)

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on mechanical and electrical maintenance experience in an automated fulfillment or distribution environment 

• Degree from vocational school or college, with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field, or equivalent experience 

Euromarket Designs, Inc., which does business as Crate and Barrel and CB2, will be referred to as “the Company”. The Company is deeply committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the location you are applying to here and ask to speak with a manager regarding the nature of your request.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

The Company participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US.

State / City Compliance: The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.