Mechanical Installer/Technician

Proactive Technical Limited; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a Mechanical Installer/Technician to support large-scale conveyor and material handling projects across the United States. The role involves hands-on installation, alignment, and mechanical completion of systems at customer sites.

The ideal candidate has experience with conveyors, reads installation drawings, and is comfortable traveling nationwide on a contract-to-hire basis. OSHA safety training and a valid driver’s license are preferred; willingness to travel is

Qualifications

• Experience installing conveyor systems or material handling equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and installation documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and use of hand and power tools.
• Willingness to travel 100% across the United States.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Install mechanical conveyor and material handling equipment at customer sites.
• Assemble, align, and mechanically install conveyor systems.
• Install structural steel, platforms, walkways, guarding, and related mechanical equipment.
• Read and interpret installation drawings, layouts, and bolt schedules.
• Perform equipment alignment, mechanical adjustments, and final installation checks.
• Support commissioning teams following mechanical completion.
• Follow OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and site safety requirements.
• Work with project managers, supervisors, and commissioning teams to meet installation schedules.
• Travel extensively to project sites nationwide.

Skills

Conveyor installation

Read mechanical drawings

Tools usage

LOTO safety

OSHA 10/30

Travel readiness

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

LOTO procedures

Job description

Mechanical Installer/Technician – Conveyor & Material Handling Systems

Offering Nationwide Travel Opportunities, Long‑Term Projects, and Competitive Contract Rates (Competitive hourly rates DOE).

100% Nationwide U.S. Travel | Contract‑to‑Hire | Immediate Starts Available.

The employer specializes in the warehouse automation and material handling industry and is supporting multiple large‑scale conveyor installation and warehouse automation projects across the United States. They are recognized for delivering complex conveyor, sortation, and material handling solutions for leading distribution, e‑commerce, and parcel handling facilities, offering contractors the opportunity to work on high‑profile projects nationwide.

They have an exciting opportunity for experienced Mechanical Installers and Mechanical Technicians to join their Field Operations team. This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy hands‑on installation work, traveling to customer sites, and working on large‑scale warehouse automation and conveyor system installations.

This position forms part of the Field Operations team and supports the installation, assembly, and mechanical completion of conveyor and material handling systems at customer sites throughout the United States.

Responsibilities

• Install mechanical conveyor and material handling equipment at customer sites.
• Assemble, align, and mechanically install conveyor systems.
• Install structural steel, platforms, walkways, guarding, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Read and interpret mechanical installation drawings, layouts, and bolt schedules.
• Perform equipment alignment, mechanical adjustments, and final installation checks.
• Support commissioning teams following mechanical completion.
• Follow OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and site safety requirements.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, supervisors, and commissioning teams to meet installation schedules.
• Travel extensively to project sites throughout the United States.

Requirements

• Previous experience installing conveyor systems or material handling equipment.
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and installation documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools.
• Experience aligning and adjusting conveyor equipment.
• Comfortable working at heights when required.
• Experience working within warehouse automation, parcel handling, manufacturing, or industrial construction projects.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Experience following Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability and willingness to travel 100% throughout the United States.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Experience

Candidates should have installation experience with one or more of the following:

• Belt Conveyors
• Roller Conveyors
• MDR Conveyors
• Crossbelt Sorters
• Sliding Shoe Sorters
• Shoe Sorters
• Spiral Conveyors
• Vertical Lifts
• Pallet Conveyors
• ASRS (Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems)
• Structural Steel
• Platforms & Walkways
• Guarding

Experience working on projects for major distribution, fulfillment, or parcel handling facilities is highly desirable, including:

• Amazon
• UPS
• FedEx
• USPS
• DHL

Experience working for leading warehouse automation integrators is also highly desirable, including:

• Vanderlande
• Dematic
• Honeywell Intelligrated
• Fortna
• Swisslog
• TGW
• Daifuku
• Bastian Solutions
• BEUMER
• Fives
• KNAPP
• Witron
• MHS Global
• Hy‑Tek
• KPI Solutions
• SSI Schaefer
• Murata Machinery
• viastore

Contact

For more information about the role, or for an informal discussion regarding opportunities currently available, please contact Chantal Willemburg via email [e-mail].

EEO Statement

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.