The compensation range for this position is $22 - $26 hourly rate
Employment
full time
Employer job description
From PlanetArt's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
Company and Vision
PlanetArt’s vision is to be the leading seller of personalized and make-on-demand products worldwide. We provide consumers with unmatched tools and content and an unparalleled end-to-end customer experience that result in high-quality, meaningful finished products and memorable celebrations of live events.
The company’s brands include the popular FreePrints and FreePrints Photobooks apps and the industry leading SimplytoImpress card and stationery site, as well as Personal Creations, CafePress and ISeeMe! Visit www.planetart.com to learn more about our brands.
We have more than 500 team members across multiple offices, primarily in Calabasas CA, San Diego CA, Woodridge IL, Minneapolis, MN and Pleasanton, CA. We also have team members in two company-owned offices in China, as well as in Europe.
Job Overview
PlanetArt is looking for a Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the company’s Maintenance department. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the building facility and supporting the maintenance team in the production area.
Extended hours include scheduled 10- and 12-hour days as well as scheduled weekend hours during all peak periods. May be required to transfer to 2nd shift during peak periods.
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be local to or willing to relocate to the Woodridge area.
What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
General Upkeep: Perform routine interior and exterior building maintenance, including plumbing, air lines, basic electrical, basic carpentry, drywall patching, and painting.
Preventative Facility Care: Replace light bulbs, swap HVAC filters, manage waste/recycling stations, and ensure breakrooms and restrooms are in good repair.
Safety & Exterior: Conduct regular building walks to inspect fire extinguishers and emergency exits, while maintaining exterior grounds (debris removal, salting walkways).
CMMS Usage: Utilize our maintenance ticketing system (MaintainX) to close out basic facility work orders and track inventory of building supplies.
Team Support: Support Maintenance Technicians with moving materials, basic prep work, or acting as an extra set of hands during larger equipment repairs.
Assist with the repair of powered conveyors and gravity conveyor sections.
Perform all other job duties as assigned.
Requirements
What You Should Have
Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements
Education: High School Degree or equivalent required.
Experience: 1-2 years proven maintenance and troubleshooting skills required – or any combination of education, training, or maintenance experience. (Prior facilities, custodial, or basic construction experience is a plus).
Communication: Effective communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English, working seamlessly with the broader warehouse team.
Tool Knowledge: Familiarity with basic hand and power tools (drills, wrenches, screwdrivers) and a strong willingness to learn.
Work Ethic: Self-motivated to spot and fix facility issues independently, with the ability to prioritize tasks with little supervision.
Physical Requirements: Able to complete various physical tasks such as climbing ladders, lifting, pulling, pushing, kneeling, or bending. Position requires regular lifting of up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
Preferred:
Prior experience with CMMS maintenance ticketing systems.
Mechanical training
Maintenance and repair of conveyor systems
Ability to read and follow facilities overview drawings and layouts
OSHA certifications or other formal safety training related to the manufacturing industry
What You Can Expect
Working Conditions
Employee will work in a manufacturing environment and be exposed to heavy machinery, dust, noise, frequent sustained walking and/or standing for prolonged periods of time, lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds, and repetitive activities, including but not limited to climbing, pulling, pushing, grabbing, bending, stooping, repetitive hand motions to feel or operate objects, tools, computer or other equipment, and reaching with hands and arms.
The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, as long as it does not create an undue hardship.
Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $22 - $26 hourly rate
PlanetArt offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) with matching
Pet Insurance
Mental Health Benefits
Comprehensive Time Off Program, including Vacation, Sick Days, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
Employee Product Discounts
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