Automation Whisperer: Senior Maintenance Technician

Midwest Startups; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly profit-sharing bonus

Team member appreciation events and..

Volunteer opportunities

Monthly IT stipend

Casual dress code

On-demand pay options

Health insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Parts Town is seeking a Sr. Maintenance Technician to lead maintenance of mechanical systems in the Fulfillment Center. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose complex issues, and execute critical repairs to keep operations running safely and efficiently.

You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams, mentor Level 2 technicians, and manage conveyors, sorters, loaders, and other material-handling equipment. A valid driver’s license and travel to other facilities may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical experience in an automated distribution center environment.
• Troubleshooting complex problems with electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and computer‑controlled equipment.
• Ability to read technical manuals and blueprints.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to other facilities.
• Fluent English in written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced preventative maintenance on conveyors, sorters, truck loaders, and other material handling equipment.
• Diagnose root causes of complex problems using electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and computer‑controlled systems.
• Conduct emergency repairs on top‑tier equipment as needed.
• Train Level 2 technicians and apprentices in maintenance methods.
• Inspect equipment daily and coordinate with vendors for repairs.
• Support fire/sprinkler systems, standby generator, HVAC and related equipment in the fulfillment center.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Reading blueprints

Job description

Parts Town is seeking a Sr. Maintenance Technician to lead maintenance of mechanical systems in the Fulfillment Center. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose complex issues, and execute critical repairs to keep operations running safely and efficiently.

You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams, mentor Level 2 technicians, and manage conveyors, sorters, loaders, and other material-handling equipment. A valid driver’s license and travel to other facilities may be required.