Mechanical & Robotics Techician

Job Title: Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (Temporary)Job DescriptionThe Mechatronics & Robotics Technician plays a key role in maintaining and optimizing high-speed automated and robotic material handling systems in a large distribution environment. This position focuses on installing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining complex mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment, with a strong emphasis on automated conveyor systems and robotics. The technician ensures equipment reliability through rigorous preventive and predictive maintenance, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety standards while working within a data-driven, performance-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, repair, and maintain material handling equipment, including automated conveyor systems and related controls.
• Perform quality preventive and predictive maintenance routines on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, following established procedures and documentation requirements.
• Complete battery changes and conduct preventive maintenance on batteries used in material handling and automation equipment.
• Enter downtime data into daily logs and accurately complete preventive maintenance sheets to support equipment performance tracking.
• Manage work orders within a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), including creating, updating, and closing work orders for maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with material handling equipment, automated conveyor systems, and robotic components, identifying root causes and implementing effective repairs.
• Apply knowledge of basic electrical components, motors, and controls to repair and maintain PLC-based control systems and other electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics to support installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting tasks.
• Track, store, and manage department inventory, including spare parts and maintenance supplies, to ensure availability for repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Follow and demonstrate safety standards and procedures in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) guidelines and applicable safety regulations.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to enhance equipment reliability, maintenance processes, and overall operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to minimize equipment downtime and ensure material handling systems meet performance expectations.
• Troubleshoot basic input and output functions related to building operations and automation systems as needed.
• Work effectively in a large, high-speed distribution facility, meeting performance expectations that are monitored through data and metrics.

Essential Skills

• At least 2+ years of experience conducting quality predictive and preventive maintenance procedures on industrial or material handling equipment.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in the repair of material handling equipment (MHE) or automated conveyor systems and controls.
• At least 2+ years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Minimum 2+ years of knowledge and hands-on experience with electrical and electronic principles.
• At least 2+ years of experience following and demonstrating safety standards in an industrial or distribution environment.
• At least 1+ year of experience troubleshooting and diagnosing MHE systems, including conveyors and related equipment.
• At least 1+ year of experience using Microsoft Office products and applications for documentation and communication.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience working with automated conveyor systems and material handling equipment.
• Ability to complete preventive maintenance on hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, and other mechanical and electrical components.
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage work orders and maintenance records.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or industrial environments performing maintenance on complex systems and industrial equipment, including diagnostics, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and work order creation.
• Specific experience working with conveyors and other material handling equipment (MHE), including controls and robotics.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to identify and implement process and reliability enhancements.
• Experience with MHE safety standards in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) guidelines and applicable safety regulations.
• Associates or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the mechanical or electrical field.
• At least 2+ years of apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the mechanical or electrical field.
• At least 2+ years of experience working with PLC-based control systems.
• Experience with robotic operation and maintenance in an automated environment.
• Ability and willingness to learn and grow within a reliability, maintenance, and engineering-focused organization.

Why Work Here?You join a highly automated, innovation-driven organization that invests in formal training on high-speed automation and robotic equipment, giving you the opportunity to deepen your technical expertise. The environment supports upward mobility, with a strong track record of internal promotions and career growth. With a broad network of facilities across the U.S., there is potential for travel and exposure to diverse operations. You benefit from a performance-focused culture that values data, continuous improvement, and professional development, while recognizing and rewarding strong contributions. Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a large, high-speed distribution facility that relies heavily on automation and robotic material handling equipment. You work around conveyors, complex controls, and robotic components in a fast-paced industrial setting. Performance expectations are clearly defined and tracked through data and metrics, providing transparency into how work aligns with operational goals without day-to-day micromanagement. The position requires comfort with physical activity, including walking approximately 10,000 steps per day and lifting up to 49 pounds at a time. The facility operates on multiple schedules, and all candidates must be open to working any 10-hour shift, as positions are available across different shifts. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Fort Worth, TX. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $32.50 - $32.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Fort Worth, TX. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.