Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Aerotek; DuPont (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (Maintenance Technician II) to support our Operations Maintenance team in a large warehouse environment in DuPont, WA. The role focuses on installing, maintaining, and repairing automated packaging and distribution equipment to ensure high-speed systems run safely and reliably.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, creating and closing CMMS work orders, reading schematics, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of predictive and preventative maintenance on industrial equipment.
• 2+ years repairing material handling equipment or conveyors.
• 2+ years reading blueprints and electrical schematics.
• 2+ years knowledge of electrical/electronic principles.
• 2+ years following safety standards in industrial environments.
• 1+ year troubleshooting material handling equipment systems.
• 1+ year using Microsoft Office.
• Experience with conveyors and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, repair, and maintain material handling equipment and conveyors.
• Perform PM routines on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Create, manage, and close work orders in CMMS.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems to restore service.
• Read blueprints and schematics to diagnose issues.
• Track spare parts inventory.
• Assist with operation and maintenance of robotic equipment and PLC systems.
• Document downtime data and PM sheets.

Skills

Predictive maintenance

Preventive maintenance

MHE / conveyors

Blueprints & schematics

Electrical & electronics

Safety standards

CMMS

Robotics maintenance

PLC control systems

Microsoft Office

Troubleshooting

Conveyors and robotics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Robotics equipment

Conveyor systems

Job description

Job Title: Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Job Description

The Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (Maintenance Technician II) supports the Operations Maintenance team by installing, maintaining, and repairing automated packaging and distribution equipment, material handling systems, and pneumatic systems throughout a large warehouse facility. This role focuses on ensuring high-speed, highly automated conveyor and robotic systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably through quality predictive and preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, repair, and maintain material handling equipment such as automated conveyor systems and related components.
• Perform quality predictive and preventative maintenance routines on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, following established documentation and procedures.
• Complete battery changes and conduct preventative maintenance on industrial batteries used in material handling equipment.
• Enter equipment downtime data into daily logs and accurately complete preventative maintenance (PM) sheets.
• Create, manage, and close work orders within a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems to quickly identify root causes and restore equipment to service.
• Read and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics to diagnose issues and perform repairs on material handling equipment and automated conveyor systems.
• Apply knowledge of basic electrical and electronic components to maintain and repair controls and building operations systems.
• Track, store, and manage the department’s inventory of spare parts and maintenance supplies.
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting on material handling equipment (MHE) systems, including controls and robotics.
• Follow and demonstrate safety standards and procedures in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) guidelines and facility safety requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance equipment reliability, maintenance processes, and system performance.
• Use Microsoft Office applications to document work, prepare reports, and communicate maintenance activities.
• Assist with the operation and maintenance of robotic equipment and PLC-based control systems as needed.
• Troubleshoot basic input and output functions of building operations and automated systems.

Essential Skills

• At least 2+ years of experience conducting quality predictive and preventative maintenance procedures on industrial or automated equipment.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience repairing material handling equipment (MHE) or automated conveyor systems and controls.
• At least 2+ years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Minimum 2+ years of knowledge and hands‑on experience with electrical and electronic principles.
• At least 2+ years of experience following and demonstrating safety standards in an industrial or warehouse environment.
• Minimum 1+ year of experience in troubleshooting and diagnostics of material handling equipment systems.
• At least 1+ year of experience using Microsoft Office products and applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems in an industrial setting.
• Experience with automated conveyor systems and material handling equipment.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfort working in distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or industrial environments performing maintenance on complex systems and equipment, including diagnostics, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and work order creation.
• Experience working with conveyors and other material handling equipment, including controls and robotics.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot basic input and output functions of building operations and automated systems.
• Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for managing work orders and maintenance activities.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a willingness to identify and implement process and reliability improvements.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a highly automated, robotics-focused maintenance environment.
• Experience with material handling equipment safety standards in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and facility safety requirements.
• Associate degree or higher from a vocational school or college with a focus in the mechanical or electrical field (preferred).
• 2+ years of apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the mechanical or electrical field (preferred).
• At least 2+ years of experience working with PLC-based control systems (preferred).
• Experience with robotic operation and maintenance in an industrial or warehouse environment (preferred).

Why Work Here?

You will join a high-performance maintenance organization in a large, technology-driven distribution network, with formal training on high-speed automation and robotic equipment to help you develop advanced technical skills. The environment offers clear pathways for upward mobility, with many technicians earning promotions within a short period, and opportunities to work across a broad network of facilities throughout the U.S. The company values data-driven performance, continuous learning, and professional growth, providing resources and support to help you build a long-term career in mechatronics and robotics.

Work Environment

This role is based in a large, highly automated warehouse and distribution facility with extensive conveyor systems, material handling equipment, and robotic components. You will work around high-speed automation and advanced robotic technology in a fast-paced environment where performance is measured using data and system metrics to ensure expectations are met without micromanagement. The position requires comfort with physical activity, including walking approximately 10,000 steps per day and lifting up to 49 pounds at a time. Shifts are 10 hours in length, and candidates must be open to working any 10-hour shift, including options such as 6:30 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. on various weekday and weekend schedules. The facility emphasizes safety, adherence to OEM standards, and teamwork within the maintenance and operations groups.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of DuPont, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.50 - $32.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in DuPont,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.