Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Cushman & Wakefield•East Lansing, MI

6d•$33 - $39

About The Position

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 developing solutions to difficult problems and managing projects, while training and mentoring service and contract technicians. The technician maintains and troubleshoots building conveyor systems and related controls, supports preventive maintenance, and manages work orders with information on labor, equipment maintenance, and parts. The work takes place in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures and involves movement between departments, floors, and properties averaging 6 to 12 miles per day. The position requires working flexible schedules or shifts. C&W Services describes its workplace as safety-first and offers training, development, and advancement opportunities. It has over 400 offices in 60 countries and states its commitment to an inclusive workplace. Compensation is $33.20–$39.06; the posting does not specify the pay period.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 4 years of experience working with material handling equipment (MHE), 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 as a team lead who supports, trains, and mentors 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 or 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 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 to 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 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 labor hours, equipment maintenance, and parts used.
Lead and audit preventive maintenance procedures.
Mentor junior technicians and help them develop in their roles.
Maintain positive working relationships across the Operations facility.
Lead service technicians in installing and repairing automated packaging and distribution equipment.
Design solutions for difficult problems and manage projects.
Train and mentor service technicians and contract technicians.