Senior MHE Reliability and Controls Technician

Take ownership of uptime

Are you the go-to troubleshooter for automation and controls? In this senior role, you’ll drive reliability for robotic cells and material handling equipment while guiding technicians and coordinating with Automation support teams in a highly automated facility.

Why this role matters

• Protects throughput by preventing failures and shortening time-to-repair.
• Elevates safety and quality through rigorous PMs and audits.
• Builds team capability via hands-on coaching and clear work instructions.
• Strengthens client partnerships with clear communication and accountable follow-through.

What you’ll tackle

• Own safety practices and ensure procedures are followed without compromise.
• Repair, maintain, and continuously improve MHE and robotic systems across the site.
• Lead and audit preventive maintenance schedules to maximize equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot/implement relay logic, ladder logic, control components, photo-eyes, motor starters, limit switches, proximity sensors, and solenoids.
• Direct emergency repairs on critical assets; mentor technicians and build training plans.
• Administer CMMS work orders: plan, execute, document, and close with data integrity.
• Partner closely with our Client and Operations Maintenance teammates to resolve issues and coordinate priorities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Shift flexibility

We’re seeking candidates who are shift flexible/open to shift.

Must-have qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4+ years’ experience with automated conveyors and controls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Familiarity with MHE safety standards aligned to OEM and site policies.
• Knowledge of electrical/electronic principles, NEC, and industrial electronics.
• Preventive and procedure-based maintenance experience; ability to read blueprints/schematics.
• Experience with PLC programs and 3+ years of work order management.
• Ability to leverage diagnostic tools and data to monitor OEE/Up Time and set priorities.
• Proven problem solver for routine maintenance, repairs, PMs, emergency response, coordination, and safety compliance.

Eligibility and physical demands

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to move up to 50lbs and physical requirements including stooping, standing, walking, and climbing stairs / ladders with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred background

• Associate’s (or higher) in Mechanical or Electrical fields.
• Leadership and vendor management experience.
• Robotic maintenance experience; CMMS expertise.
• Certifications in electronic, electrical, mechanical, access control servers, PLCs, process controls, robotics, or mechanical power transmissions.

Strengths we value

• Leadership and people management; project management.
• Mechanical/electrical troubleshooting; 120/208/240/480V systems.
• Insulation resistance testing; LOTO practices.
• Equipment installation & wiring; equipment repair & maintenance.

Tech you’ll work with

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Conveyor systems