Mechanical Installer 2

Kion Group AG; 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

A leading automation solutions provider is looking for a Mechanical Installer to support large-scale material handling projects across the US. This role involves layout, assembly, installation, and running of conveyor equipment while ensuring safety and quality. Candidates should have 1-5 years of experience and be prepared for a 100% travel position. The job requires physical stamina and good communication skills. Competitive compensation and development opportunities are offered, alongside a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in installing/maintaining conveyor equipment preferred.
• Must acquire OSHA 10 certification upon hire.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate layout and pre-assembly of conveyor systems.
• Install header steel, platforms, and various mechanical components.
• Interpret mechanical drawings and layout diagrams.
• Adhere to safety procedures and company quality standards.
• Handle jobsite demands, including lifting and walking across large sites.

Skills

Ability to read engineered drawings

Basic mechanical and technical aptitude

Good communication skills

Willingness to take direction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degrees or specialized training

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.

KION Supply Chain Solutions (KION SCS) is an operating unit of the KION Group, consisting of the two strong and successful brands Dematic and DAI. Dematic is an intralogistics innovator that designs, builds and supports intelligent, automated solutions for manufacturing, warehouse and distribution environments for customers that are powering the future of commerce. The company is headquartered in Atlanta with engineering centers, manufacturing facilities and service centers located in more than 25 countries, and also owns the software company, Digital Applications International Limited (DAI).

DAI, acquired by Dematic in 2020, specializes in logistics automation solutions with offices in the US, UK and Switzerland.

The KION Group is among the world’s leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions and has a global network of more than 42,000 employees. Its portfolio encompasses forklift trucks and warehouse trucks, as well as integrated automation technology and software solutions for the optimization of supply chains. Across more than 100 countries worldwide, the KION Group’s solutions improve the flow of material and information within factories, warehouses, and distribution centers.

Our Linde and STILL forklift brands serve the premium industrial truck segment. Dematic is a global leader in automated material handling. Together, we are shaping the future and are among the best in our industry.

Our culture is driven by our shared KION Group values – integrity, collaboration, courage and excellence.