Mechanical/Electrical Field Service Technician

Intralox; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401K

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

AD&D insurance

Job summary

Intralox, L.L.C. seeks a Mechanical/Electrical Field Service Technician to support troubleshooting and repair of conveyor equipment at customer sites across the United States.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, industrial electrical controls experience, and ability to read schematics and drawings. You will collaborate with mechanical and electrical subcontractors, lead troubleshooting efforts, and assist in factory acceptance tests with the Engineering group.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Mechanical or Electrical Technician in an industrial environment with automated production equipment.
• Ability to understand and work from mechanical drawings; electrical drawings schematics reading is a plus.
• Ability to independently install, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical/electrical control systems.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturer’s manuals to “self-teach” new technology.
• Basic mechanical expertise, advanced skills desired.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Effective communication and relationship skills with engineering groups, customers, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of electrical panels, motors, drives, networks, and PLCs.
• Methodical troubleshooting approach and good analytical skills.
• Ability to travel up to 60%, weekends/holidays/overtime; some trips up to 2–3 weeks.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and climb ladders.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical/electrical control systems and equipment.
• Collaborate with subcontractors for installation of equipment at customer facilities.
• Lead training, troubleshooting, and repair/adjustment of mechanical and electrical control systems.
• Work with Test Engineering Group and perform factory acceptance tests of finished equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical control systems

Electrical drawings

PLC programming

Reading schematics

MS Office

English communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RSLogix 5000

Studio 5000

RSLogix 500

Siemens Step 7

TIA Portal

Allen-Bradley Powerflex Drives

Job description

Location

New Orleans, LA, Hammond, LA, Baltimore/Washington D.C., Grand Rapids, MI, Twinsburg, OH, US - Southeast Region, US - Northeast Region, US - West Coast Region, US - Midwest Region, US - Pacific Northwest Region, US - Southwest Region, US - Remote

Job Category

Customer Service & Technical Support, Manufacturing & Production

Division

Intralox

Job Description (General Summary)

Intralox, L.L.C., a division of Laitram, LLC, the world leader in conveyor equipment solutions utilizing modular plastic conveyor belts, has positions available for Mechanical/ Electrical Field Service Technician. This individual will work with our field service teams to assist with the troubleshooting and repair of our products at customer locations throughout the United States. The individual will have strong mechanical aptitude with industrial electrical controls experience, including knowledge of control panels and control panel/ field components. This individual will also provide design and assembly support for industrial conveyor equipment, as available.

Intralox is a division of Laitram, L.L.C., with an extensive portfolio of innovative conveyance solutions and services that improve lives and optimize businesses worldwide.

Our global workforce of over 3,000 employees in 20+ countries consist of reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers’ growth worldwide for more than 45 years.

Intralox was founded on the principle of doing the right thing, by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect. We invest heavily in these values and aim to practice our business philosophy principles every day, which is why we have been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. We believe in the power of a good idea no matter where it comes from, using trust as the foundation to how we work, and that self-managed people are our greatest asset.

This position requires a negative pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) due to the customer worksite requirements.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical/ electrical control systems and equipment.

• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical subcontractors engaged by Intralox for installation of equipment at customer facilities.

• Lead training, troubleshooting, and repair/ adjustment of mechanical and electrical control systems.

• Work with Test Engineering Group and perform factory acceptance tests of finished equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Mechanical or Electrical Technician in an industrial environment with automated production equipment.

• Ability to understand and work from mechanical drawings. Electrical drawing schematic reading is a plus.

• Ability to independently install, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical/ electrical control systems.

• Ability to read and understand manufacturer’s manuals to “self-teach” new technology.

• Basic mechanical expertise, advanced skills desired.

• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Effective communication (verbal and written) and relationship skills with engineering groups, customers, suppliers and subcontractors.

• Knowledge of electrical panels, motors, drives, networks, and PLCs.

• Methodical approach to troubleshooting and good analytical skills.

• Ability to travel up to 60%, work weekends, holidays and overtime when required, some trips are up to 2-3 weeks long.

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and climb ladders.

• Excellent verbal and written English communication.

• A valid driver’s license.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of or prior work with industrial conveyor systems

• Adeptness with RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, RSLogix 500 Rockwell, with Siemens Step 7, and/or TIA Portal

• Experience with the Installation & Programming of Allen Bradley Powerflex Drives

• Experience with bar code scanners and cameras are a plus.

Intralox’s benefit program is a major part of an employee’s total compensation from the company. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including health, dental, vision, and disability insurance, paid time off, 401K, flexible spending account, life and AD&D insurance, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and additional voluntary benefits.

The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Intralox considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training and key skills. Therefore, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply regardless of their salary expectations.

The position is eligible for one of the following: commissions, discretionary incentives, or production incentives according to the terms of those plans.

Salary Range: $19.80 to $43.75

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