Electro-Mechanical Technician

WITRON Group; Newport (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

401(k) match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

WITRON is hiring an Electro-Mechanical Technician to support a highly automated distribution center environment. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and PLC-based system support to keep material handling and automation systems running at peak performance.

This position is ideal for candidates with experience in industrial maintenance, 480V electrical systems, conveyors, motors, and automation equipment who thrive in a fast-paced, safety-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or Electro-Mechanical Technician.
• Experience with 480V electrical systems, conveyors, motors, and automation equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting (Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.).
• Work in a warehouse/distribution center environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills and CMMS use.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on automated systems.
• Work on conveyors, motors, sensors, PLCs, and control systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems (3-phase, 480V), VFDs, and mechanical equipment.
• Support operations by minimizing downtime in a fast-paced distribution center.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Assist with equipment installation, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Use CMMS systems to track maintenance activities.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

PLC troubleshooting

Read electrical schematics

Conveyors & motors

CMMS usage

Microsoft Office basics

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

This is WITRON

Join WITRON as a Electro-Mechanical Technician!WITRON is hiring a skilled Electro-Mechanical Technician / Industrial Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Technician to support a highly automated distribution center environment. In this role, you will perform preventive maintenance, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, and PLC-based system support to keep advanced material handling and automation systems running at peak performance.

This position is ideal for candidates with experience in industrial maintenance, 480V electrical systems, conveyors, motors, and automation equipment who thrive in a fast-paced, safety-focused workplace. Join WITRON to grow your career in warehouse automation, robotics, and industrial maintenance technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on automated systems
• Work on conveyors, motors, sensors, PLCs, and control systems
• Troubleshoot electrical systems (3-phase, 480V), VFDs, and mechanical equipment
• Support operations by minimizing downtime in a fast-paced distribution center
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
• Assist with equipment installation, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects
• Use CMMS systems to track maintenance activities

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of experience as a Maintenance Technician, Industrial Maintenance Technician, or Electro-Mechanical Technician
• Strong skills in:
• Electrical troubleshooting (480V, 3-phase, controls)
• Mechanical systems (motors, gearboxes, conveyors)
• PLC troubleshooting (Allen Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
• Ability to read electrical schematics and diagrams
• Experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution center environment preferred
• Basic computer skills (CMMS, Microsoft Office)

Physical Requirements

• Walk, stand, climb, and kneel throughout shift
• Work at heights up to 80–100 feet (with PPE)
• Lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted

Work Environment

• Work includes time in cold storage and freezer environments (down to -10°F)
• Exposure to an industrial warehouse setting with automated systems

Why WITRON?

• Innovative Environment: Be at the forefront of technology with WITRON\'s advanced automated material handling system.
• Continuous Growth: Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement with ample opportunities for career development and advancement.
• Competitive Benefits: WITRON values employees and strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer three (3) bonus opportunities, comprehensive health benefits. We offer company paid Basic Life, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance. We offer a great 401(k) match, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and much more!

Join WITRON and be part of a team that\'s shaping the future of automation logistics!

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Additional Benefits

Team Spirit

We are there for one another and as a company we strive to always become better. You can look forward to being part of a great team environment.

WITRON Bonus

Employees will have the opportunity to participate in our WITRON bonus program once eligible.

Social Benefits

WITRON has a tradition of observing “Special Days” in our employees lives and will provide added benefits or
bonuses to help celebrate certain milestones.

Top Equipment

We will provide you with brand name work apparel and professional tools to make sure all of our employees have the right equipment to do the job.

Corporate Culture

Collaboration, an open-door policy, various company events and team building measures are a part of WITRON. A company with modern values and positive culture is waiting for you.

Support & Opportunity

Performance is worth the effort. Your potential will be both recognized and supported. Career opportunities are available for all of our employees, come grow with WITRON.