Senior Material Handling Technician: Automation & Maintenance

CBRE; York (York County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Material Handling Maintenance Sr. Technician in the United States to oversee installation, preventive maintenance, and repairs of automated packing and distribution equipment.

You will train technicians, lead Kaizen initiatives, manage budgets and projects, and ensure safe, reliable operation of all material handling systems. This role requires hands-on experience, strong problem-solving, and comfort working in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or trade school diploma with 2-3 years of job-related experience.
• Able to meet the physical requirements including lifting 50 lbs or more.
• Use existing procedures to solve standard problems.
• Experience analyzing information to make judgments.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Organizational skills with a curious mindset.
• Intermediate math skills for percentages and fractions.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and safety training.
• Support Kaizen activities for efficiency improvements at site/network level.
• Develop and implement department plans and budgets.
• Manage internal and externally sponsored projects and daily activities to meet deadlines.
• Keep material handling equipment in good condition via regular maintenance.
• Identify and locate right products during delivery processes.
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and safety systems.
• Lead by example and align with CBRE RISE values.
• Exchange information clearly and verify understanding.

Skills

Technical training

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Math skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED/trade school

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CBRE is seeking a Material Handling Maintenance Sr. Technician in the United States to oversee installation, preventive maintenance, and repairs of automated packing and distribution equipment.

You will train technicians, lead Kaizen initiatives, manage budgets and projects, and ensure safe, reliable operation of all material handling systems. This role requires hands-on experience, strong problem-solving, and comfort working in a fast-paced distribution environment.