Electro-Mechanical Technician

Grober Nutrition LLC; City of Auburn (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Grober Nutrition, LLC (Denkavit USA) in Auburn, NY seeks an Electro-Mechanical Technician to install, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and improve electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated equipment in a production facility.

Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting PLCs and drives, reading schematics, and supporting continuous improvement while complying with OSHA safety policies and lockout/tagout procedures.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation or equivalent.
• 2+ years experience in industrial maintenance or electro-mechanical roles preferred.
• Strong ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, motors, drives, PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, relays, and control circuits.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical components including bearings, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, chains, belts and power transmission.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Install, test, and commission new machinery and production equipment.

Skills

Electrical Controls

Industrial Maintenance

Mechatronics

Reading Schematics

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience

Tools

Multimeters

Calibrators

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

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Full Time Auburn, NY, US

Salary Range: $35.00 To $45.00 Hourly

Organizational Context

Grober Nutrition, LLC (Denkavit USA) is a global family-owned company providing high-quality feed and supporting products for young animals. Our production sites, laboratories, and research centers work together to deliver innovation and operational excellence. At Denkavit USA in Auburn, the Electro-Mchanical Technician plays a key hands-on role in ensuring equipment reliability, safe operations, and optimal production continuity.

Position Summary

The Electro-Mechanical Technician is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and improving electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated equipment within a manufacturing or industrial facility. This role supports production operations by ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and promoting a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, motors, drives, PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, relays, and control circuits.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical components including bearings, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, chains, belts, and power transmission systems.
• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Install, test, and commission new machinery and production equipment.
• Calibrate and maintain instrumentation, sensors, and controls.
• Perform root cause analysis to identify and eliminate recurring equipment failures.
• Use CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to document work orders, repairs, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to optimize equipment performance.
• Maintain an organized work area and ensure proper inventory of maintenance parts and supplies.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in Electrical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or electro-mechanical experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electrical controls, motors, VFDs, PLCs, and industrial automation systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Proficiency in reading electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment such as multimeters and calibrators.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar).
• Experience with robotics, automated systems, and vision systems.
• Certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or Electrical Technology.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in manufacturing, industrial, or warehouse environments.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, or rotating shifts as required.
• Ability to safely work at heights and in confined spaces when necessary.
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
• Preventive maintenance
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Root cause analysis
• Safety awareness
• Communication and teamwork
• Time management

Grober Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer.