Mechanical Installer 2

KION Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; 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 to support large-scale material handling and conveyor projects across the continental United States. You will layout, pre-assemble, install, and run-in conveyor equipment including structural steel, platforms, guardrails, racks, and air piping.

Successful candidates should have 1–5 years of hands-on installation experience, the ability to read engineered drawings, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of installation experience preferred.
• Ability to read engineered drawings.
• Willing to travel 100% across the continental US.
• Safety-focused with adherence to LOTO and QA standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate layout and pre-assembly of conveyor systems.
• Install header steel, platforms, structural steel, and components.
• Assemble and align conveyors, guard rails, racks, and piping.
• Interpret drawings and follow assembly instructions to execute project plans.
• Maintain safety and organization on site; follow LOTO procedures.
• Travel extensively across the United States.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied climates.

Skills

Read drawings

Conveyor installation

Layout pre-assembly

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

As 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 50lbs, 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.