Mechatronics & Robotics Apprentice
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, the apprentice 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-related expenses, including room and board, during the training will be provided. After successful completion of the training, the apprentice completes one year of on-the-job learning at their home site. The role involves working in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures, moving between departments, floors, and properties, and using required personal protective equipment. The stated compensation is $23.79–$27.99; the company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
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.
- Must be able to complete one year of on-the-job learning at the home site as a Mechatronics & Robotics Apprentice after successfully completing the nine-week training program.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, with 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 up to 50 pounds of equipment.
- Ability to perform tasks while wearing appropriate or required personal protective equipment, which may include a hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite toe shoes.
- Ability to regularly crouch or bend and reach to install or move equipment.
- Ability to move between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day.
- Ability to work in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures.
- Ability to type on a computer regularly for 1–2 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 with a technical advisor during on-the-job learning.
- Observe and apply safety standards and regulations required for safe system operation.
- Perform scheduled, predictive, and preventive maintenance using electronic, mechanical, computer, and control skills 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 both in school and during on-the-job learning.
Benefits
- Weekly pay.
- Comprehensive benefits starting on the first day.
- Training, development, and advancement opportunities.
- A clean and cutting-edge facility.
- A safety-first culture.
- Travel-related expenses, including room and board, provided during the nine-week training.
- Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs generally including health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
