Mechatronics and Robotics Apprentice

JLL; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Mechatronics Junior Technician Apprentice in Boise, Idaho. The program trains you to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electronic, mechanical, computer, control, and robotics systems in a complex fulfillment center through classroom, lab, and on-the-job learning.

You will learn to work with PLCs, robotics, and automation equipment while adhering to health and safety policies, and you’ll shadow experienced advisors to gain practical, hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• 18 years old or older with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must meet the minimum qualifying score on a Mechanical Aptitude Test.
• Ability to travel to attend training at one of 3 training sites in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina or Texas for 12 weeks Basic computer skills, i.e. email, word processing, reading spreadsheets, internet browser basics.
• Basic troubleshooting skills

Responsibilities

• Learn to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electronic, mechanical, computer, and control systems in a Fulfilment/Distribution Center.
• Learn PLCs and robotics systems in a laboratory and real environment.
• Shadow experienced advisors and follow safety policies.
• Collaborate with operators to ensure equipment runs safely.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Computer skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLCs

Robotics systems

Automation equipment

Job description

Mechatronics Junior Technician Apprentice - JLL

What this job involves:

As a Mechatronics Junior Technician Apprentice, you will learn to perform the job of Mechatronics Junior Technician and install, alter, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electronic, mechanical, computer, control, and robotics/automation equipment, systems, and components in a complex Fulfilment/Distribution Center through the completion of a comprehensive classroom, laboratory, and on-the-job learning program. Trains in and adheres to all health and safety policies and procedures.

Work Performed:

As a Mechatronics Junior Technician Apprentice: Follows work processes closely at school and on the shop floor to ensure a safe environment while job shadowing with technical advisor in OJL. Communicates and works well within a team environment both in school and in OJL. Works capably with technical documentation. Works capably with a computer both in school and on the shop floor. Learns to perform work with material transfer conveyors by following the lead of experienced technical advisors. Learns to understand, identify, locate malfunctions, remove, replace, adjust, and return to service following the lead of experienced technical advisors. Learns PLCs and works with Automation Engineers in a laboratory environment. Learns to perform work with robotic systems and work with Robotics Engineers and OEMs in a real environment.

As a Mechatronics Junior Technician: Combines electronic, mechanical, computer and control skills at the workplace. Works with complex high-performance manufacturing systems and analyses, troubleshoots and repairs systems to maintain process efficiency. Understands and analyses the technical specifications of mechatronic systems, subsystems, modules and components; performs scheduled, predictive, and preventive maintenance to detect and prevent problems; uses troubleshooting skills to identify and prevent possible problems and failures, and to systematically and intelligently make repairs; incorporates relevant technical literature into the understanding of system operation and coordinate efforts with other technicians involved in installing or maintaining equipment or components; installs, repairs, adjusts, and tests equipment and components to ensure that systems function properly; communicates with machine operators, and operate equipment to detect equipment problems, analyze malfunctions, and verify system problems; and observes and incorporates safety standards and regulations required for safe operation of the system.

Required Qualifications:

• 18 years old or older with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must meet the minimum qualifying score on a Mechanical Aptitude Test.
• Ability to travel to attend training at one of 3 training sites in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina or Texas for 12 weeks Basic computer skills, i.e. email, word processing, reading spreadsheets, internet browser basics.
• Basic troubleshooting skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in basic preventive/predictive maintenance, troubleshooting skills and repair methods of industrial machines
• 1+ years of experience in Mechanical and/or Electrical basic components
• 1 + years of experience with compressors and pneumatics

Physical Demands:

• Repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, sitting, standing, and walking
• Lifting parts and tools weighing on average 20 pounds, occasionally weighing up to 49 pounds
• Dexterity in eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals) manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation)
• Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces
• Standing/walking on concrete surfaces for 10+ hour shifts
• Working in cramped positions under/behind machinery
• Working at heights
• Pushing/pulling wheeled equipment and carts up to 100+ pounds
• Maneuvering awkward or bulky equipment parts

At JLL, we work together to create a brighter future for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Our collaborative culture—locally and globally—drives innovative solutions. We value wellbeing, inclusivity, and belonging, ensuring every team member feels supported. JLL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.