Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Cushman & Wakefield • West Chicago, IL

5d • $34 - $40

About The Position

At C&W Services, the Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician leads service technicians installing and repairing automated packaging and distribution equipment. The role supports the Operations Maintenance Team by developing solutions to difficult problems, managing projects, and training and mentoring service and contract technicians.

The technician maintains and troubleshoots building conveyor systems and related electrical and control components, oversees preventive maintenance, and manages work orders and associated maintenance records. The role works across the Operations facility and requires flexibility to work different schedules or shifts.

The position is based in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures and involves regular movement between departments, floors, and properties. Physical tasks include reaching overhead, kneeling, squatting, climbing ladders or steps, using an aerial lift, moving and installing equipment, and frequently lifting up to 50 pounds. Employees may need to wear required personal protective equipment and are regularly required to type on a computer for 1–2 hours per day.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of experience working with material handling equipment, such as automated conveyors and controls.
• At least 4 years of experience conducting preventive maintenance.
• At least 4 years of experience reading blueprints and schematics.
• At least 3 years of experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• At least 2 years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs.
• Experience acting in a team lead capacity, supporting, training, and mentoring less experienced technicians.
• Previous vendor management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, with the ability to create and manage documents effectively.
• Ability to work flexible schedules or shifts.
• Ability to reach overhead, kneel, squat, climb steps and ladders, use an aerial lift, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform tasks wearing appropriate or required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to crouch or bend and reach to install or move equipment.
• Ability to move between departments, floors, and properties, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day.
• Ability to type on a computer regularly for 1–2 hours per day.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher from a vocational school or college, focused on a mechanical or electrical field.
• Experience with robotic operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment by following safety procedures.
• Maintain and troubleshoot building conveyor systems.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components, photo-eyes, motor starters, limit switches, proximity sensors, and solenoids.
• Create, assign, and close out work orders, recording labor hours, equipment maintenance, and parts used.
• Lead and audit preventive maintenance procedures.
• Mentor junior technicians and support their development.
• Maintain positive working relationships across the Operations facility.
• Lead service technicians in installing and repairing automated packaging and distribution equipment.
• Develop solutions to difficult problems and manage projects.
• Train and mentor service technicians and contract technicians.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Comprehensive benefits starting on the first day.
• Training, development, and advancement opportunities.
• Clean and cutting-edge facility.
• Safety-first culture.
• Eligible employees may enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life and disability insurance programs; and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED