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Target

Sells everyday goods and affordable designer styles

Engineering & Facilities Maintenance Technician 1

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$30 - $34/hr
Entry
Bachelor's
Suffolk, VA, USA
In PersonMay travel to nearby facilities and local stores for parts and supplies.
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

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 apps on handheld devices.
  • Be familiar with simple wiring diagrams, symbols, and electrical measuring.
  • Have experience with work order management, preventive and predictive maintenance procedures, commonly used industrial tools, basic carpentry and plumbing, basic blueprint and schematic reading, basic AC/DC electrical and electronic principles, basic metal fabrication and welding, and basic industrial controls.
  • Regularly bend, lift, stretch, and reach below the waist and above the head; lift and move totes or cartons up to 49 pounds; walk frequently within and around the site; safely climb ladders and gangways and work from platforms and equipment at significant heights; have full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists, eye/hand coordination, foot control, and manual and wrist motion; and stand or walk for up to 10–12 hours.
  • Work in conditions that may include small spaces, dust, fumes or odors, hot or cold temperatures, indoor or outdoor noise, vibration, long periods standing on concrete, and wet or uneven surfaces.
  • Use personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures, including Lock Out/Tag Out and Arc Flash procedures, while maintaining equipment.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain and perform basic troubleshooting on 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 AC/DC 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, HVAC, air compressors and dryers, and balers.
  • Perform basic electrical maintenance and simple repair or replacement of electrical circuits and related electronic equipment using tools such as multimeters and infrared thermometers.
  • Read and understand basic electrical and electronic schematics.
  • Use handheld devices and asset management system mobile apps to create and close work orders with labor hours, downtime, problem, cause, remedy, and parts used.
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization.
  • Help ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards.
  • Work with other Target mechanics to solve problems, validate the quality of outside specialty contractors' work, and meet timelines.
  • Collaborate with Senior Systems Engineers to perform root cause analysis for equipment failures.
  • Operate Target-owned vehicles to complete maintenance activities on the facility exterior and in the trailer yard, and travel to nearby facilities and local stores to procure parts and supplies.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Maintenance Technician 2 job requirements through hands-on validation and a written assessment for potential promotion.
Desired Qualifications
  • A degree from a vocational school or college focused on the mechanical or electrical field.
  • 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 sells groceries, clothing, home goods and other everyday products to U.S. shoppers through stores and its website, with an emphasis on affordable style and design. Its own brands include Cat & Jack children's clothing and Good & Gather food, alongside national brands and exclusive designer collections. Customers shop in person or order online for shipping, pickup or delivery, while Target Plus adds products from outside sellers. Merchandise sales drive its revenue, supplemented by Roundel advertising, marketplace fees and paid memberships. The company traces its roots to 1902, opened its first Target store in 1962, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

1902

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What believers are saying

  • Demand is recovering: August 2026 results showed fiscal second quarter comparable sales up 3.8% and total sales up 5.3%.
  • Store investment expands project scope: March 2026 plans earmarked $5 billion for stores, technology and supply chains.
  • U.S. employees get study support immediately: Target funds selected tuition programs for full-time and part-time staff from day one.

What critics are saying

  • Pricing is exposed to import costs: about half Target's merchandise originates abroad, with China its largest import source.
  • Profit comparisons flatter the turnaround: August 2026 earnings included $1.65 per share from tariff refunds.
  • Corporate roles faced cuts: October 2025 restructuring targeted about 1,000 employees and 800 vacancies.

What makes Target unique

  • Design work reaches shelves at scale: Target's owned brands generate over $30 billion annually.
  • Stores power online economics: Target stores fulfilled 97.6% of merchandise sales in fiscal 2025.
  • Target's delivery membership reaches beyond its shelves: Circle 360 covers Shipt's more than 100 retail partners.

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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

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%