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Maintenance Technician Trainee

Target, Cedar Falls, Iowa, United States, 50613

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Starting Hourly Rate $28.75 USD per hour

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and, in some instances, may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well‑being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

Sign up by 01/19/2026 by 12:00 PM. The shift will vary based on training and trainer availability, must be flexible.

Team Members must have experience with and/or technical education in:

3 Phase 480 volt industrial electrical systems and motor controls

PLC/Control Systems

Plant & Industrial Maintenance

Team Members must be supported and meeting all requirements of TERP

Assessments must be scheduled by 01/26/2026

About Us Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.

A role in Distribution and Receive Centers means being on the very front lines of getting product to the guest as fast as possible—a critical differentiator and one of the most essential functions within Logistics. Whether it’s through focusing on regional or upstream distribution centers or import warehouses, you’ll have a chance to positively impact thousands of fellow team members and Target guests worldwide.

Skills An Engineering & Facilities Maintenance Technician Trainee (MTT) is an entry‑level position into our industrial maintenance team, assisting in the installation, maintenance, and repair of automated material handling equipment and ensuring high equipment availability rates. You will be enrolled in an approved industry‑recognized certificate or associate’s degree program while you work as a Technician Trainee. Your objective will be to learn and successfully demonstrate the skills for the Maintenance Technician 1 or 2, validated by a formal assessment.

You will work with other Target service technicians and use preventive and predictive maintenance processes, rapidly repair equipment breakdowns, and quickly restore equipment to service to support the successful operation of the supply chain facility. A successful candidate in this role will:

Assist in repairing and maintaining material handling equipment and building systems by:

Tracking belts

Resetting or replacing adjustable components (belts, chains, cables) and wearing components (guides, bearings, wheels, rollers, pulleys)

Cleaning, lubricating, and calibrating equipment

Using appropriate job plans, procedures, and manuals

Troubleshoot basic conveyance problems and understand resources needed to resolve them

Use electrical test equipment to troubleshoot simple AC circuitry

Utilize handheld devices and mobile apps to create and close Work Orders with appropriate data (labor hours, downtime, problem/cause/remedy, and parts used)

Develop and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization

Follow appropriate safety procedures and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while maintaining equipment (Lock Out/Tag Out, Arc Flash, etc.), and ensure a safe work environment by eliminating potential equipment safety hazards

About You

Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head

Lift and move totes up to 49 pounds each

Walking within and around the site with great frequency

Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation, and work off platforms and equipment at significant heights

Full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists, eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals), manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation)

Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces

Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10‑12 hours

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Possesses and maintains a valid driver's license for state employed

Ability to work all days and shifts, including overtime

Basic PC competency and ability to use mobile apps

Previous experience in basic preventive/predictive maintenance, troubleshooting skills and repair methods

Previous experience or classwork in Mechanical and/or Electrical basic components

Understanding of safe use of power tools to include saws and drills

Ability to obtain and maintain enrollment in an approved certificate or degree program, resulting in earning the certificate or degree

Desired Qualifications

Degree or certification from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field

Experience with automated conveyor systems and controls

Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Previous experience with basic metal and wood fabrication

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Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to

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Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Retail

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