Technician II, Operations & Maintenance (Shift B - Mid Shift)

BEUMER Group•Grand Rapids, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technician II is responsible for electrical and mechanical maintenance of the BEUMER Individual Carrier System (ICS) baggage handling system at Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Work follows established system maintenance procedures and service requests and is performed under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor. The role maintains ICS components and related equipment, diagnoses faults across mechanical, electrical, and control subsystems, and supports safe, reliable system operation. It also contributes to system upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Associate degree or technical certification in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
2–5 years of hands-on experience in automated material handling systems; airport or logistics experience is preferred.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain airside security clearance.
Deep understanding of mechatronic systems, including sensors, actuators, motors, and controls.
Proficiency in BEUMER SAC systems, PLC programming, preferably Siemens, and fault diagnostics.
Familiarity with industrial communication protocols, including Profinet, CANbus, and other Fieldbus systems.
Ability to interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and software documentation.
Skill in using diagnostic tools, multimeters, and software interfaces for system analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset and a proactive approach to reliability.
Clear, professional communication with technical and non-technical audiences.
High attention to detail and commitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, high-pressure environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in automated material handling systems in airport or logistics environments.
Experience with Siemens PLC programming.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and advanced maintenance on BEUMER ICS components, including ICS elements, diverters, scanners, and third-party interface equipment.
Diagnose and resolve faults across mechanical, electrical, and control subsystems using structured troubleshooting methods.
Respond to system interruptions caused by carrier jams, sensor faults, or control logic errors; execute resets and root cause analysis.
Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with BEUMER Group standards and OEM documentation.
Interface with BEUMER High-Level Control (SAC) and PLC systems to monitor performance and perform logic-based interventions.
Inspect system health using diagnostic tools and performance dashboards, and recommend optimizations to improve throughput and reliability.
Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities, fault trends, and spare part usage in accordance with reporting protocols.
Follow Health, Safety, and Quality Control standards, including lockout/tagout procedures and PPE requirements.
Communicate system status, escalations, and improvement opportunities to Shift Supervisors and cross-functional teams.
Support system upgrades and updates, including hardware retrofits, in collaboration with engineering and OEM representatives.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including failure mode analysis and reliability-centered maintenance reviews.
Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned by management or supervisory staff.