Mechatronics & Robotics Apprentice

Cushman & Wakefield • Huntley, IL

18h

About The Position

The Mechatronics & Robotics Apprentice (MRA) learns to install, alter, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electronic, mechanical, computer, and control systems and components in a complex fulfillment or distribution center. Learning takes place through a comprehensive classroom, laboratory, and on-the-job program. Apprentices also learn and follow all health and safety policies and procedures. After completing the program, apprentices will be promoted to Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (MRT).

Participants must complete a nine-week training program at one of the listed colleges, followed by one year of on-the-job learning at their home site. Travel-related expenses, including room and board, are provided for the nine-week training. The role requires schedule flexibility and work in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to enroll in and attend a nine-week training program at one of the listed colleges: Vincennes University in Vincennes, Indiana; Lehigh Carbon Community College in Allentown, Pennsylvania; Bakersfield College in Bakersfield, California; Ogeechee Technical College in Statesboro, Georgia; or Dallas College – Eastfield Campus in Dallas, Texas.
• Must be able to complete one year of on-the-job learning at the home site after successfully completing the nine-week training program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, including the ability to create and manage documents effectively.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, shifts, and areas.
• Ability to reach overhead, kneel, squat, climb steps and ladders, use an aerial lift, and frequently lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform tasks while wearing required personal protective equipment, which may include a hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite-toe shoes.
• Ability to crouch or bend and reach regularly to install or move equipment.
• Ability to move between departments, floors, and properties as required, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day.
• Ability to type on a computer regularly for 1 to 2 hours per day.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an electrical, mechanical, or controls field.

Responsibilities

• Follow work processes at school and on the shop floor to maintain a safe environment while job shadowing a technical advisor during on-the-job learning.
• Observe and incorporate safety standards and regulations for safe system operation.
• Perform scheduled, predictive, and preventive maintenance to detect and prevent problems.
• Install, repair, adjust, and test equipment and components to ensure systems function properly.
• Use electronic and physical technical documentation to maintain material handling equipment at the site.
• Analyze technical specifications of mechatronic systems, subsystems, modules, and components.
• Learn PLCs and work with Automation Engineers in a laboratory environment.
• Communicate and work effectively within a team in school and during on-the-job learning.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Comprehensive benefits that start on the first day.
• Training, development, and advancement opportunities.
• Travel-related expenses, including room and board, during the nine-week training program are provided.
• Eligible employees may enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life insurance; disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed