Service Technician

Actalent; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a hands-on Service Technician to install, service, and maintain advanced automated packaging lines at Walmart packaging centers. The role emphasizes electro‑mechanical troubleshooting, with a focus on sensors, robotics, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and preventative maintenance.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in automation or industrial equipment, an associate degree preferred, and is comfortable working onsite in Philadelphia, PA.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of electro-mechanical field service experience.
• Onsite service at designated packaging centers.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain automated equipment.
• PLC troubleshooting is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain new automation packaging lines and equipment at designated sites.
• Troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems and ensure optimal functioning.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and assembly components.
• Work with conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and sensors integrated into machinery.
• Collaborate with existing technicians to ensure seamless operations.
• Address any issues related to the equipment and provide effective solutions.

Skills

Electro-mechanical

Automation equipment

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical & electrical

Conveyors & pneumatics

Education

Associate degree

Tools

PLC

Job description

Job Title: Service Technician Job Description We are seeking a hands-on electro-mechanical/field service technician who excels in troubleshooting modern automated machinery. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in working with sensors, robotics, automated packaging and conveyor equipment. While PLC troubleshooting experience is beneficial, it is not mandatory. A minimum of three years of relevant experience is preferred for this role. The position involves working onsite at designated packaging centers with the responsibility of servicing and maintaining cutting‑edge automated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and maintain new automation packaging lines and equipment at designated sites.
• Troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems and ensure their optimal functioning.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and assembly components.
• Work with conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and sensors integrated into machinery.
• Collaborate with existing technicians to ensure seamless operations.
• Address any issues related to the equipment and provide effective solutions.

Essential Skills

• Electro-mechanical troubleshooting
• Experience with automation and industrial equipment
• Preventative maintenance expertise
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and assembly processes
• Experience with conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PLC experience is helpful but not required
• An Associate's Degree in a technical field is preferred but not mandatory
• 1+ year of relevant experience working on automation or industrial equipment

Work Environment

Technicians will be stationed at Walmart Packaging centers in various locations, including Dallas, Indianapolis, Sacramento, and Lewisberry. Each site houses approximately 12-15 machines. The equipment, which is semi-automated and incorporates sensors and robotics, is newly introduced to the market. The work schedule consists of standard 8.5-hour days from Monday to Friday, primarily during the first shift. Overtime may be available as needed, and some flexibility in hours is required. The role offers an annualized compensation of approximately $80K, paid hourly, with opportunities for overtime.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Philadelphia, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $38.50/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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia,PA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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