Automation Tech II — Material Handling Maintenance Pro

Daifuku Intralogistics America; Phillipsburg (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Daifuku Intralogistics America is seeking a maintenance technician to assist with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of automated material handling equipment. Previous material handling experience is not required but beneficial.

Must be able to travel to Canada and Mexico with a passport, and perform safety-compliant procedures. The role emphasizes advanced troubleshooting, routine inspections, and documenting maintenance activities while supporting inventory management and using CMMS tools.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in automotive, HVAC, elevator repair or related field.
• 1-2 years in material handling preferred but not required.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Uses advanced troubleshooting to diagnose and repair mechanical problems.
• Diagnoses mechanical and basic electrical issues from drawings.
• Minimize downtime with preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Perform routine inspections of material handling equipment.
• Document maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Assist with inventory management and spare parts tracking.
• Follow OSHA and internal safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Read mechanical drawings

Hand and power tools

Self-motivated

Team player

MS Office

Excellent communication

Tools

CMMS

Power tools

Job description

Daifuku Intralogistics America is seeking a maintenance technician to assist with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of automated material handling equipment. Previous material handling experience is not required but beneficial.

Must be able to travel to Canada and Mexico with a passport, and perform safety-compliant procedures. The role emphasizes advanced troubleshooting, routine inspections, and documenting maintenance activities while supporting inventory management and using CMMS tools.