Mechanical Installer 2

KION Group•Grand Rapids, MI

8d•$34,000 - $64,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Installer joins Dematic’s Installation team to support large-scale material handling and conveyor system projects across the continental United States. The role involves coordinating the layout and pre-assembly, installation, alignment, and run-in of conveyor equipment and associated structures and components, including header and structural steel, platforms, guardrails, rack systems, and air piping. This is a 100% travel position with extended stays at job sites. The work takes place in physically demanding construction environments and requires adherence to safety procedures, lockout/tagout protocols, and company quality standards. The installer also supports and guides less experienced personnel. The role requires at least one year of relevant experience or experience in conveyor installation or maintenance is preferred, the ability to work from engineered drawings, and physical capacity to meet jobsite demands.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience and knowledge in installing and/or maintaining conveyor equipment is preferred; the overview describes successful candidates as having 1–5 years of hands-on installation experience.
Ability to read and comprehend engineered drawings is preferred.
Good communication skills and willingness to take direction.
At least a high school diploma or equivalent experience.
Basic mechanical and technical aptitude.
Ability to acquire OSHA 10 certification upon hire.
Ability to travel 100% and undertake extended jobsite stays.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and perform other physically demanding tasks, including pushing, pulling, squatting, crawling, and walking across large construction sites in various climates and conditions.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Hand tools are required.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or specialized training.
Some computer experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the layout and pre-assembly of conveyor systems, ensuring component integration.
Install header steel, platforms, structural steel, and other mechanical components.
Assemble and align conveyors, guardrails, racks, and air piping made of aluminum, copper, or black iron.
Interpret and work from mechanical drawings, layout diagrams, and assembly instructions to implement project plans.
Follow safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols, and company quality standards.
Keep tools, equipment, and work areas organized and safe.
Travel extensively across the United States and stay at job sites as required.
Meet physical jobsite demands, including lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, crawling, and walking across large construction sites.
Support and guide less experienced personnel.