Mechanical Installer 1

KION Group; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic is seeking a Mechanical Installer for nationwide travel to install and assemble conveyor systems. You will read engineered drawings, perform layout and pre-assembly, then install headers, platforms, guards, and air piping across job sites.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of hands-on experience, strong safety focus, and the ability to work physically demanding environments with 100% travel.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and layouts.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training is a plus.
• 1+ year of hands-on installation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate layout and pre-assembly of conveyor systems.
• Install headers, platforms, and mechanical components with precision.
• Assemble and align conveyors, guard rails, and air piping.
• Read detailed drawings and follow assembly instructions.
• Adhere to safety (LOTO) and quality standards on site.

Skills

Read engineered drawings

Layout & pre-assembly

Conveyor installations

Safety compliance

Communication & teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

## Mechanical Installer 1Apply: Travel 100%: Grand Rapids, MI, United States: Full time: Posted Today: JR-0096298As a Mechanical Installer, you will join our Installation team supporting large-scale material handling and conveyor system projects across the continental United States. This role is responsible for the layout, pre-assembly, installation, and run-in of conveyor equipment, including structural and header steel, platforms, guardrail, rack systems, and air piping. Successful candidates will bring 1–5 years of hands-on installation experience, the ability to read engineered drawings, and a strong commitment to safety and quality. This is a 100% travel position requiring extended stays at job sites and the ability to work in physically demanding construction environments while supporting and guiding less experienced personnel# **We offer:*** **Career Development*** **Competitive Compensation and Benefits*** **Pay Transparency*** **Global Opportunities****Learn More Here**: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/*Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.**This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.**The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $34,000 to $64,000 salary at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.*# **Tasks and Qualifications:****What you will do in this Role:*** Coordinate the layout and pre-assembly of conveyor systems, ensuring flawless component integration.* Install header steel, platforms, structural steel, and various mechanical components with precision.* Assemble and align conveyors, guard rails, racks, and air piping (aluminum, copper, black iron).* Interpret and work from detailed mechanical drawings, layout diagrams, and assembly instructions to successfully implement project plans.* Adhere strictly to safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols, and company quality standards to maintain a safe work environment.* Keep tools, equipment, and work areas organized and in a safe condition.* Be ready for a role that involves 100% travel, with extensive trips across the U.S.* Physically handle jobsite demands, including lifting at least 50 lbs, pushing, pulling, squatting, crawling, and walking across large construction sites in various climates and conditions**What we are looking for:*** Preferred ability to read and comprehend engineered drawings.* Are good communicators and are willing to take direction to ensure projects meet stringent standards.* Hold at least a high school diploma or equivalent experience, with technical degrees or specialized training preferred.* Basic Mechanical and Technical Aptitude* Can acquire OSHA 10 certification upon hire.* A minimum of 1 year of experience and knowledge in installing and/or maintaining conveyor equipment is preferred.* Some computer experience preferred.* A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and hand tools are required.