With approximately 1,300 boutiques and outlets throughout the U.S., as well as an online presence for each of our brands, it takes sophisticated technology, resources and infrastructure to ensure the continued success of our businesses. From finance and accounting to technology and merchandising careers, we have diverse opportunities available for talented professionals to join our team of nearly 16,000 associates who share our commitment to excellence.


Position Objective

This position is responsible for preventative maintenance tasks, equipment repairs and facilities maintenance at Chico’s Distribution Center both interior and exterior to include: painting, landscape work, plumbing, electrical, and other duties assigned by management.

Functional Responsibilities

• Determines extent of repairs needed; requests assistance from Senior Technician for any problems beyond area of knowledge or expertise.

• Performs routine preventative maintenance tasks such as adjusting conveyor chains, adding oil to drives, changing belts, filling equipment lubricators etc.

• Performs non-routine maintenance repairs on equipment such as motor brake adjustment, coupling alignment checks and drive train adjustments.

• Inspects, adjusts and makes minor repairs to all building systems as required.

• Troubleshoots and repairs production lines to include replacement of micro-switches, sequencing correction on conveyors, restoration of power outages etc.

• Performs routine electrical/mechanical repairs or installation such as running conduit, replacing receptacles, welding and fabrication etc.

• Assist Senior Maintenance Technician with troubleshooting and maintenance of conveyors and equipment and special facility maintenance projects.

• Maintains cleanliness of plant equipment and maintenance areas.

• Drives company vehicle for various reasons as required.

• Safely operates a variety of hand and power tools to perform skilled maintenance tasks.

• Follows detailed instructions from skilled maintenance technician or written format to repair equipment.

• Work nights and weekends as business/job necessitates.

• Utilize CMMS software to document all work on equipment.

Due to the nature of potential equipment and facilities related breakdowns, fluctuations of products and manufacturing schedules and the urgency of new equipment installations, the Maintenance Department’s working hours must be flexible and the individual must be available for scheduled overtime, and, at times, emergency overtime. Breaks and lunch times may also be flexible depending on emergency or high priority projects and assignments.

Education

High School Diploma or GED


Required Qualifications

• 1-2 years technical schooling or equivalent experience of 3-5 years in maintenance environment. Basic understanding of PLC and conveyor systems. Forklift, minor electrical, plumbing and mechanical repairs experience

• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions

• Ability to read blue prints and electrical drawings

• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of maintenance and cleaning tasks

• Thorough knowledge of power and hand tools, equipment and aptitude for understanding mechanical systems with some formal training or education

• Have a safe driving record to meet auto insurance coverage requirements

Physical Requirements

• Constant Standing
◦ 67%-100% of 8-Hour Shift

• Frequent Bending
◦ 34-66% of 8-Hour Shift

• Occasional Pushing/Pulling
◦ 1-33% of 8-Hour Shift

• Occasional Driving
◦ 1-33% of 8-Hour Shift

• Frequent Lifting up to 50 lbs
◦ 34-66% of 8-Hour Shift

• Frequent Climbing
◦ 34-66% of 8-Hour Shift


In June 2024, we announced the closure of our Winder facility, which is expected to occur in Q1 of 2025. We will be shifting fulfillment and DC operations from Winder to KnitWell’s two existing distribution facilities located in the Midwest (Etna, Ohio and Greencastle, Indiana).
We are continuing to hire associates into permanent positions. As a new associate, you will participate in the wind down of our operations and be eligible for benefits, including severance.
Chico’s FAS, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, lactation, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.