Technician I Operations Maintenance Shift B Mid Shift

BEUMER Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous medical & dental benefits for

401k Retirement Plan with a generous

Life Insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

BEUMER Group is seeking a Technician I to maintain the BEUMER Individual Carrier System (ICS) at Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) in Grand Rapids, MI.

The role involves electrical and mechanical maintenance, working under supervision, and supporting system upgrades and improvements. The ideal candidate has 0–2 years of experience with automated material handling systems, and a background in electrical or mechanical disciplines.

Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical degree or technical certificate, or equivalent experience.
• 0–2 years of hands-on experience with automated material handling systems.
• Eligible for airside security clearance.
• Strong understanding of sensors, actuators, motors, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced maintenance on BEUMER ICS components and interfaces.
• Diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, and control subsystems.
• Respond to system interruptions and perform resets and root cause analysis.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance per BEUMER standards.

Skills

Mechatronic systems

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Diagnostics tools

Troubleshooting

Education

Electrical or Mechanical Degree/Technical Certificate

Tools

BEUMER SAC systems

Siemens PLC programming

Fault diagnostics

Job description

Job Description

The Technician I will be responsible for the electrical and mechanical maintenance of the baggage handling system. The required maintenance will follow processes and procedures established for the overall system maintenance and requests for service which includes both electrical and mechanical work. This position will perform work under supervision of the Shift Supervisor. This role will support the BEUMER Individual Carrier System (ICS) at Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR).

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and advanced maintenance on BEUMER ICS components, including ICS elements, diverters, scanners, and third-party equipment used to interface with the system.
• Diagnose and resolve faults across mechanical, electrical, and control subsystems using structured troubleshooting methods.
• Respond to system interruptions caused by carrier jams, sensor faults, or control logic errors; execute resets and root cause analysis.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance aligned with BEUMER Group standards and OEM documentation.
• Interface with BEUMER’s High-Level Control (SAC) and PLC systems to monitor performance and execute logic-based interventions.
• Inspect system health using diagnostic tools and performance dashboards; recommend optimizations to improve throughput and reliability.
• Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities, fault trends, and spare part usage in compliance with reporting protocols.
• Adhere to all Health, Safety, and Quality Control standards, including lockout/tagout procedures and PPE requirements.
• Communicate clearly with Shift Supervisors and cross-functional teams regarding system status, escalations, and improvement opportunities.
• Support system upgrades, and updates, including hardware retrofits in collaboration with engineering and OEM representatives.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including failure mode analysis and reliability-centered maintenance reviews.
• Execute additional tasks or projects as assigned by management or supervisory staff.

Pay Rate:

Pay Rate: $24.00 per hour

The posted hourly rate reflects the compensation the company reasonably expects to offer for this position.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Electrical or Mechanical Degree, Technical Certificate, or equivalent experience
• 0–2 years of hands-on experience in automated material handling systems, preferably within airport or logistics environments.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain airside security clearance.
• Deep understanding of mechatronic systems, including sensors, actuators, motors, and controls.
• Proficiency in BEUMER SAC systems, PLC programming (Siemens preferred), and fault diagnostics.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols, including Profinet, CANbus, and other Fieldbus systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and software documentation.
• Skilled in using diagnostic tools, multimeters, and software interfaces for system analysis.

Work Environment

• Operates in a fast-paced airport setting with exposure to noise, moving machinery, and variable temperatures.
• Requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as part of a rotating shift schedule.
• Frequent walking, climbing, bending, heavy lifting, and standing across large terminal and baggage areas.

Additional Information

BEUMER is an innovative company, where every employee is part of the "family". Because our employees are our most important asset, here are some of benefits we currently offer full-time employees. And by the way, no waiting period, they start when you do!

• Generous medical & dental benefits for you AND your eligible dependents
• 401k Retirement Plan with a generous match because we care about your future
• Life Insurance is provided free for all employees
• Generous amount of paid time off

BEUMER is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding), gender, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), veteran status, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, marital status, civil union status, domestic partner status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all aspects of employment. This commitment applies to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

By accepting an offer of employment with BEUMER , the employee agrees to abide by all policies and practices that promote a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, and acknowledges BEUMER'S commitment to diversity and inclusion. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.