Industrial Maintenance Technician

emplify GmbH; Hempstead (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium shift differential pay

Job summary

WITRON in Hempstead, NY is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to sustain an advanced automated material handling system in a fast-paced distribution center. You will perform electrical and mechanical tasks, troubleshoot faults, and support ongoing improvements to minimize downtime.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on maintenance, and collaboration with the production team to keep systems running at peak performance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• 1–2 years experience in electrical/mechanical role; 5+ years preferred.
• Strong electrical and mechanical skills; PLC/inverter knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain automated material handling system with a safety-first mindset.
• Enhance system performance and minimize downtime through maintenance activities.
• Engage in electrical and mechanical tasks with minimal supervision.
• Assist production with fault correction, coaching, and troubleshooting.
• Aid in installation of new components or refurbishment of existing system components.
• Drive continuous improvement with system knowledge and site-specific enhancements.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

PLC/controls

Inverters

Drive technology

Wiring diagrams

Electrical measuring techniques

System monitoring

Material handling systems

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in industrial technology

Tools

PLC/controls/inverters

Drive motors/gears

Electrical measurement tools

Job description

77445 Hempstead 31.08.2026 WIOSS South LP

Join WITRON as an Industrial Maintenance Technician!

Are you a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician ready to take on the challenge of maintaining a state-of-the-art automated material handling system in a fast-paced distribution center? We are looking for a dedicated professional who prioritizes safety, thrives on maximizing system performance, and excels in both electrical and mechanical tasks.

Pay ranges between $28.00-$35.00 per hour

WITRON offers premium shift differential pay for qualifying evening, night, or weekend shifts on top of the base pay and performance-based bonus opportunities that reward your hard work and dedication.

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Approach all tasks and situations with a safety-first mindset, ensuring the well-being of yourself and your team.
• Enhance system performance and minimize downtime through effective maintenance activities.
• Engage in a wide range of electrical and mechanical tasks with minimal supervision.
• Assist the production team with basic fault correction, coaching, and troubleshooting.
• Aid in the installation of new components or the refurbishment of existing system components.
• Drive continuous improvement activities through comprehensive system knowledge and site-specific enhancements.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Associate's degree in industrial technology or related field, preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience in a relevant electrical and/or mechanical role required, five (5) years plus preferred.
• Strong skills in electrical (3-Phase, 480V, DC, and 24V controls) and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with electrics/mechanics in drive technology (motors/gears).
• Knowledge of control technology (PLC/controls/inverters).
• Understanding of wiring diagrams and electrical measuring techniques.
• Proficiency with computer systems, including Microsoft Office Suite and proprietary system monitoring programs.
• Experience maintaining material handling systems in a light industry or distribution center environment is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Continuous walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and standing.
• Working at heights of up to 80-100 feet while wearing fall-arrest gear and other PPE.
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 50 lbs. unassisted.

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!

WITRON is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, Race/ Color/Religion/Sex/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.