Mechatronics & Robotics Apprentice

Cushman & Wakefield • Rancho Cordova, CA

2d

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. Training includes classroom, laboratory, and on-the-job learning (OJL), along with adherence to health and safety policies and procedures. After completing the program, apprentices will be promoted to Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (MRT).

Participants must 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. Travel expenses, including room and board, during this training are provided. After training, apprentices complete one year of OJL at their home site.

The position is based in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures. Work involves movement between departments, floors, and properties, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day, as well as typing on a computer for 1 to 2 hours per day. Flexible schedules, shifts, and work areas may be required.

C&W Services offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits beginning on the first day, training and advancement opportunities, a clean and cutting-edge facility, and a safety-first culture. Eligible employees may enroll in benefits that generally include health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending and health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work. Compensation is $24.68–$29.03, subject to factors including location, experience, qualifications, and collective bargaining agreement coverage.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be able to enroll in and attend a nine-week training program at one of the specified colleges.
• Be able to complete one year of on-the-job learning at the home site after successfully completing the nine-week training program.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, with the ability to create and manage documents effectively.
• Be able to work flexible schedules, shifts, and areas.
• Be able to reach overhead, kneel, squat, climb steps and ladders, and use an aerial lift.
• Be able to frequently lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to perform tasks while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), which may include a hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite toe shoes.
• Be able to crouch or bend and reach to install or move equipment.
• Be able to move between departments, floors, and properties, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day.
• Be able 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 safety processes at school and on the shop floor while job shadowing with a technical advisor during OJL.
• Observe and apply 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 site material handling equipment (MHE).
• Analyze technical specifications for mechatronic systems, subsystems, modules, and components.
• Learn PLCs and work with Automation Engineers in a laboratory environment.
• Communicate and work effectively as part of a team in school and during OJL.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Comprehensive benefits starting on the first day
• Training, development, and advancement opportunities
• Travel-related expenses, including room and board, provided during the nine-week training
• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance
• Eligible employees may enroll in vision insurance
• Eligible employees may enroll in dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid and unpaid time away from work

What This Job Offers

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