Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Cushman & Wakefield • New York, NY

3d • $36 - $42

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 designing solutions to difficult problems and managing projects, as well as training and mentoring service and contract technicians. The position maintains and troubleshoots conveyor systems and related controls, supports preventative maintenance, and records work-order information. Work takes place in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures and involves movement between departments, floors, and properties.

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).
• 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, including 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 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, 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 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 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 work orders, recording labor hours, equipment maintenance, and parts used.
• Lead and audit preventative maintenance procedures.
• Mentor junior technicians and help them develop in their roles.
• Lead service technicians in installing and repairing automated packaging and distribution equipment.
• Design solutions to difficult problems and manage projects.
• Train and mentor service technicians and contract technicians.
• Maintain positive working relationships throughout the Operations facility.

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.
• Eligible employees may enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; retirement savings plans; life insurance; disability insurance; and paid and unpaid time away from work.

What This Job Offers

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