Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Cushman & Wakefield•San Diego, CA

7d•$37 - $43

About The Position

At C&W Services, the Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician leads service technicians in installing and repairing automated packaging and distribution equipment. The role supports the Operations Maintenance Team by designing solutions to difficult problems and managing projects, and by training and mentoring service and contract technicians. The technician promotes workplace safety, maintains and troubleshoots building conveyor systems and related controls, and manages work-order information. The role also leads and audits preventive-maintenance procedures and maintains positive working relationships throughout the Operations facility. Work is performed in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures and may involve movement between departments, floors, and properties, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day. C&W Services describes its benefits as including weekly pay, comprehensive benefits starting on the first day, training and advancement opportunities, a clean and cutting-edge facility, and a safety-first culture. Eligible employees may also enroll in benefit programs 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 $36.72–$43.20, subject to factors including location, experience, qualifications, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

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 preventative maintenance.
At least 4 years of experience reading blueprints and schematics.
At least 3 years of experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Refrigeration experience.
At least 2 years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs.
Experience acting in a team lead capacity to support, train, and mentor 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 of equipment.
Ability to perform tasks while wearing appropriate or required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), 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, 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 with a focus in the mechanical or electrical field.
Experience with robotic operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures.
Maintain and troubleshoot all conveyor systems in the building.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components, photo-eyes, motor starters, limit switches, proximity sensors, solenoids, and related equipment.
Create, assign, and close out work orders, recording information such as labor hours, equipment maintenance, and parts used.
Lead and audit preventative maintenance procedures.
Mentor junior technicians and help them grow in their roles.
Lead service technicians in the installation and repair of automated packaging and distribution equipment.
Design solutions for difficult problems and manage projects in support of the Operations Maintenance Team.
Train and mentor service technicians and contract technicians.
Maintain positive working relationships across the Operations facility.