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What Does a Maintenance Technician Do at Staples? 

Are you curious about the role of a Maintenance Technician and the impact they have on a company’s operations? At Staples, our Maintenance Technicians play a vital role in keeping our supply chain running efficiently and effectively. Whether performing preventative maintenance or repairing critical equipment, they are essential to ensuring seamless operations for our customers. 

Key Responsibilities of a Maintenance Technician

As a Maintenance Technician at Staples, you play a crucial role in keeping our supply chain running smoothly. Your key responsibilities include:

Critical Repairs & Preventative Maintenance

  • Rapidly troubleshoot and repair essential equipment, including conveyor and sorting systems, electrical motors and controls, and material handling equipment.
  • Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.

General Maintenance & Mechanical Repairs

  • Perform mechanical repairs, light plumbing, and carpentry tasks to maintain overall facility functionality.

Safety First

  • Prioritize and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring all tasks comply with safety standards.

A Day in the Life of a Maintenance Technician

No two days are the same in this hands-on role. You’ll start your day with equipment checks, handle urgent repair requests to prevent operational disruptions, and complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks.

Collaboration is key—you’ll work closely with warehouse staff to resolve issues, coordinate priorities with supervisors, and sometimes partner with external vendors for specialized repairs. Whether troubleshooting electrical systems or verifying equipment safety, your role is critical to Staples’ supply chain success.

Flexible Shifts & Career Growth

We offer three shift options to fit your schedule while supporting long-term career growth. Our Maintenance Technician roles progress through three levels—Maintenance Technician 1, 2, and 3—each providing increasing responsibilities and opportunities for skill development.

The Impact of a Maintenance Technician at Staples

Your work goes beyond repairs—you help:

  • Enhance customer satisfaction by ensuring smooth operations for timely deliveries.
  • Reduce costs through proactive maintenance, preventing costly breakdowns.
  • Drive operational excellence by maintaining equipment for a safe, productive workplace.

Your expertise directly supports Staples’ commitment to exceptional service.

A Broad Role with Many Opportunities

Even if your current title differs, you may have the right experience for this role. Related positions include:

  • General Maintenance Roles – Maintenance Mechanic, Maintenance Specialist.
  • Industry-Specific Roles – Operations Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance Technician, Mechanical Maintenance Technician.
  • Warehouse & Preventative Maintenance – Warehouse Maintenance Technician, Preventative Maintenance Technician.
  • Technical & Engineering Maintenance – Roles requiring mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting expertise.

If your skills align, we encourage you to apply!

What You Bring to the Role

We’re looking for candidates with:
✔ Commitment to Safety & Teamwork – Adhering to strict safety protocols.
✔ Technical Aptitude – Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
✔ Troubleshooting Skills – Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and vendor manuals.
✔ Equipment Operation – Certification or experience with forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.

Working Environment & Expectations

This role involves working in a warehouse environment with seasonal temperature variations and heights up to 60 feet. You should be prepared to:

  • Safely lift, push, or pull up to 100 pounds with proper techniques and equipment.
  • Work overtime as needed to support business operations.

Why Choose Staples?

We support your success with:
💰 Competitive Pay – Weekly paychecks.
🏖 Time Off – 112 hours of paid time off (PTO) plus 8 holidays per year (7 standard + 1 floating holiday).
🕒 Flexible Shifts – Multiple options to fit your schedule.
🎯 Comprehensive Benefits – 401(k) match, employee discounts, wellness programs.
🤝 Inclusive Culture – Join Business Resource Groups to connect with a diverse team.

Explore More Warehouse Jobs

Interested in this role or other opportunities within Staples’ supply chain? Visit Staples Warehouse Careers to apply today.

Key Responsibilities of a Maintenance Technician 

 
As a Maintenance Technician at Staples, you’ll take on a variety of responsibilities that contribute to the success of our supply chain: 
 
Critical Repairs and Preventative Maintenance: Rapidly address and resolve issues with essential equipment such as conveyor and sorting systems, electrical motors and controls, material handling equipment, and other operational machinery, while also performing routine maintenance to prevent future breakdowns. 
 
General Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs: Handle a variety of tasks, including general mechanical repairs, light plumbing and carpentry assignments, to maintain the facility’s overall functionality. 
 
 
 
Safety First: Embrace and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring every task is carried out safely. 
 
 
 
Day-to-Day Life as a Maintenance Technician 
 
A day in the life of a Maintenance Technician at Staples is dynamic and hands-on, with no two days being the same. Equipment checks are a key priority to ensure smooth operations, followed by addressing urgent repair requests to minimize downtime. Preventative maintenance tasks, such as inspecting conveyors or material handling equipment, are integrated into the schedule to keep systems running at peak performance. 
 
Collaboration is essential in this role. Maintenance Technicians work closely with warehouse staff to resolve immediate issues, coordinate with supervisors or management to prioritize tasks, and occasionally partner with external vendors for specialized repairs. From troubleshooting electrical systems to verifying the safety of equipment, this role is central to the efficiency and success of Staples' supply chain operations. 
 
 
 
 
 
Flexible Shifts and Career Growth 
 
We provide three shift options to accommodate your schedule while supporting your career growth. Our Maintenance Technician roles are structured across three levels—Maintenance Technician 1, 2, and 3—each offering progressively greater responsibilities and qualifications, allowing you to advance as you gain experience and expertise. 
 
 
 
The Impact of a Maintenance Technician at Staples 
 
Your work as a Maintenance Technician extends far beyond repairs, playing a crucial role in Staples’ overall success by: 
 
Enhancing customer satisfaction through a smooth and efficient supply chain, ensuring timely deliveries and reliable service. 
 
Reducing costs with proactive preventative maintenance, minimizing costly downtime and unexpected repairs. 
 
Driving operational excellence by maintaining equipment in peak condition, contributing to a productive and safe work environment. 
 
 
 
Your role is essential in delivering exceptional service and value to our customers, helping Staples thrive every day. 
 
 
 
A Broad Job Title with Many Opportunities 
 
The title of Maintenance Technician encompasses a broad range of responsibilities and skill sets, and you may qualify for this role even if your previous title differs. Relevant positions include: 
 
Maintenance Specialist or Maintenance Mechanic 
 
Specialized roles such as Operations Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance Technician, Equipment Maintenance Technician, or Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Setup Mechanic 
 
Warehouse-specific roles like Warehouse Maintenance Technician or Supply Chain Maintenance Technician 
 
Preventative-focused positions like Preventative Maintenance Technician 
 
Roles utilizing mechanical, electrical, and engineering theory to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair systems, equipment, and machinery 
 
Your experience may align with any of these positions, and we encourage you to apply regardless of your previous job title. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
What You Bring to the Role 
 
Staples seeks candidates with the following qualifications: 
 
A strong commitment to safety and teamwork, ensuring all tasks are completed in compliance with safety standards. 
 
Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical aptitude, with a solid understanding of these systems for effective troubleshooting and repair. 
 
Experience with troubleshooting, reading blueprints or schematics, and utilizing vendor manuals to diagnose and resolve issues. 
 
Certification or training to operate material handling equipment, i.e., forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts. 
 
 
 
 
 
Working Environment and Expectations 
 
Maintenance Technicians work in warehouse environments with seasonal temperature variations and heights up to 60 feet. You should be prepared to: 
 
Safely lift, push, or pull merchandise weighing up to 100 pounds with proper techniques and equipment. 
 
Work overtime as needed to meet business demands. 
 
 
 
 
 
Why Choose Staples? 
 
We prioritize your well-being and success by offering: 
 
Competitive Pay with weekly paychecks. 
 
Time Off  
 
112 hours of paid time off (PTO) to support your work-life balance. 
 
7 observed paid holidays plus 1 Floating Holiday throughout the year. 
 
Flexible Shifts to suit your lifestyle. 
 
Comprehensive benefits, including discounts, a 401(k)-company match, and wellness programs. 
 
Inclusive Culture: Join associate-led Business Resource Groups to connect with a diverse team. 
 
 
 
 
 
Explore More Warehouse Jobs 
 
Interested in this or other roles within Staples’ warehouse and supply chain operations? Visit Staples Warehouse Careers to explore current opportunities. 

 

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