Automation Technician/Maintenance Technician

Newcold-Advanced-Cold-Logistics-1; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

NewCold is seeking an Automation Technician to maintain and repair conveyors, cranes, refrigeration systems and other warehouse equipment.

You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot control and electrical systems, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance in a fast-growing logistics environment.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years in industrial maintenance, hands-on mechanical/electrical skills, and exposure to automated equipment such as ASRS.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2–5 years of work experience in industrial maintenance or related field.
• Hands-on mechanical, electrical and facilities maintenance background.
• Automated equipment maintenance experience preferred (conveyors, automated cranes, palletizers, ASRS).
• Education/Certification: High School Degree and/or Associate's degree or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair activities to keep warehouse operations running smoothly.
• Maintain professional on-site culture and safety compliance per company standards.
• Maintain equipment per supplier guidelines; include conveyors, cranes, refrigeration systems, doors and related systems.
• Execute planned preventive maintenance and timely repairs with minimal disruption.
• Troubleshoot electrical, control systems and mechanical components; document issues and fixes.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical

Electrical

Facilities maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Conveyors

Automated cranes

Palletizers

ASRS

Machining tools

Job description

Build thefuture of food Join the team transforming food logistics. Be part of a dynamic andfast-growing global company. Find your future with NewCold.

Why join NewCold?

Competi tive compensation & career growth We value our people and their families. Expect generous pay and opportunities to advance. In a fast-scaling company like NewCold, your career can grow in multiple directions. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your skills, NewCold has the path for you.

Culture of collaboration & innovation Our most important asset is our diverse team. We collaborate, problem-solve, and innovate together to keep the world’s food fresh and safe. At NewCold, we foster an environment where your ideas are heard, and we rely on every individual to shape the future of our operations.

Who we’re looking for We’re seeking talent across all levels—whether you’re a forklift driver,data engineer, or technician, there’s a place for you at NewCold.

Key responsibilities:

Build the future of food
At NewCold, we’re shaping the future of the food supply chain. Our warehouses and transport network connect the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Join a collaborative team of doers, innovators, and engineers who are dedicated to making a real impact. Together with advanced robotics and cutting-edge technology, we’re not just keeping up with the times —we’re pioneering smarter, more sustainable operations to keep the world’s food fresh and safe.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? Join us!

Build the future of food
Join the team transforming food logistics. Be part of a dynamic and fast-growing global company. Find your future with NewCold.

• Competitive compensation & career growth
  We value our people and their families. Expect generous pay and opportunities to advance. In a fast-scaling company like NewCold, your career can grow in multiple directions. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your skills, NewCold has the path for you.
• Culture of collaboration & innovation
  Our most important asset is our diverse team. We collaborate, problem-solve, and innovate together to keep the world’s food fresh and safe. At NewCold, we foster an environment where your ideas are heard, and we rely on every individual to shape the future of our operations.

Who we’re looking for

• We’re seeking talent across all levels—whether you’re a forklift driver, data engineer, or technician, there’s a place for you at NewCold.

Your role as a Automation Technician

• Key responsibilities:
  • As the Automation Technician, you will be responsible for performing a broad range of maintenance and repair activities to ensure the warehouse can operate effectively and efficiently. Maintain a professional culture on site and a commitment to Health & Safety, in line with company values.
• Roles and Responsibilities
  • Ensuring all equipment is maintained according to supplier guidelines. This includes conveyors, cranes, refrigeration systems (evaporators and condensers), fire protection, freezer doors, pallet-handling equipment, dock doors and other mechanical systems.
    Performing planned preventative maintenance and repairs in a timely and safe manner, with minimal impact to normal operations.
  • Communicating with Planners and System Operators about equipment downtime.
  • Perform planned preventative maintenance on equipment while minimally impacting normal operations.
  • Troubleshoot, repair and/or replace components in conveyors, cranes, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic equipment, and other mechanical systems.
  • Troubleshoot and fix problems with control systems, low-voltage and high-voltage electrical systems.
  • Coordinate with Planners and System Operators to ensure repairs are communicated to the team and scheduled with minimal impact to normal operations.
  • Setup and operate machine tools such as milling machine, grinder, drill, etc to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, as required.
  • Operate cutting torch and welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
    Ensure actions are executed in conformance with OSHA, FSDA requirements, and all other company policies to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Perform testing of fire suppression systems, fire alarms, and ammonia alarms, as required by local regulations.
  • Monitor ammonia refrigeration system and optimize performance.
  • Understand all equipment service agreements and warranties.
  • Coordinate with equipment suppliers for warranty claims, annual maintenance, and significant repairs.
  • Report, plan and track all maintenance and engineering issues using maintenance software.
  • Keep accurate registration of spare parts and tools in line with company policy.
  • Perform general facility maintenance including minor plumbing, general, electric, lighting and minor

Who we are looking for

• We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive in collaborative and fast-moving environments.

Our ideal candidate has

• We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive in collaborative and fast-moving environments.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of work experience in industrial maintenance or related field.
• Hands-on mechanical, electrical and facilities maintenance background
• Automated equipment maintenance experience highly preferred (conveyors, automated cranes, palletizers, ASRS)
• Education/Certification
• High School Degree
• Associate's degree or equivalent level of training
• We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive in collaborative and fast-moving environments.

Our ideal candidate has

• Ready to make an impact?
• Our goal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietary technologies and innovative solutions. Join our team and help build a more efficient, innovative, and sustainable food supply chain. Your next career chapter starts at NewCold.

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewCold provides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel. Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?

Explore careers at NewCold
Visit our website to learn more and apply.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Automation Technician and help continue our successful growth?

NewCold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

NewCold expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of the characteristics mentioned above. Improper interference with the ability of other employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Who we are looking for

We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive incollaborative and fast-moving environments. Our ideal candidate has:

Be part of the future

At NewCold, we’re shaping the future of the food supply chain. Ourwarehouses and transport network connect the world’s major food manufacturerswith retailers and food service providers.

Join a collaborative team of doers, innovators, and engineers who arededicated to making a real impact. Together with advanced robotics andcutting-edge technology, we’re not just keeping up with the times—we’repioneering smarter, more sustainable operations.

Ready to make an impact?

Ourgoal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietarytechnologies and innovative solutions. Join our team and help build a more efficient,innovative, and sustainable food supply chain. Your next career chapter startsat NewCold.

Explore Careers at NewCold

Visit our website to learn more andapply.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Automation Technician/Maintenance Technician and help continueour successful growth?