RME Operator (RMEO), Make On Demand

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Perform basic maintenance, inspections, and repairs on material handling equipment and automated systems in an Amazon fulfillment center.

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About Maintenance at Amazon
Operations is at the heart of Amazon’s business. We are known for our speed, accuracy, and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide, every day. Reliability Maintenance & Engineering (RME) are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all happen. We drive continuous improvement and maintain all the Robotics and Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are met with the Amazon smile. Come join us on our journey!

About the Role
RME teams are expanding with a new opportunity: RME Operator (RMEO), this role will support the RME team in day-to-day work, with minimal former electrical or mechanical experience required.

If you are curious about starting your engineering journey and would like to become an owner who makes building processes smoother, faster and more efficient, then join the Amazon RME team. The RMEO position will be responsible for learning how to maintain and repair conveyance, material handling equipment, and building specific technology for your site. Together with the technical team, you maintain system uptime through proactive maintenance and monitoring using technical problem-solving skills. This is your opportunity to step into RME world. Make this count!

The focus of this role is to learn and perform basic maintenance activities on a variety of equipment across the site. This will include machinery inspection, jam clearing, parts replacement according to maintenance manuals and testing, whilst following safety regulations and policies.

Please note that while we strive to accommodate employees' preferences for shift assignments, due to operational requirements and scheduling constraints, we cannot guarantee a specific shift assignment.

Key job responsibilities
Key job responsibilities
Key Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• You will be following safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on a variety of equipment
• You will replace spare parts on equipment following standard operation procedures (site dependent)
• You will use a laptop/tablet for managing work orders
• You will use basic workshop tools
• You must be able to move up to 49lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely, as well as perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head

Basic qualifications

- 1+ years of Amazon Blue Badge employment experience
- 1+ years of technical problem-solving experience
- Knowledge of basic mathematics
- Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
- Experience with mechanical systems
- Experience with electrical systems

Preferred qualifications

- technical degree in related field
- Associate's degree in Mechatronics, or High School CTE in Mechatronics
- Experience working on an Amazon Robotics floor
- Experience working as an Amazon Amnesty Floor Monitor
- training course or certification approved by Amazon (including Career Choice and RME programs)

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The starting pay for this position is listed below, including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, additional earnings may include shift differentials and overtime pay. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at  https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.

USA, SC, West Columbia - 23.25 - 23.85 USD hourly

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