Industrial Maintenance Technician

About the role

Join WITRON as an Industrial Maintenance Technician and maintain a state‑of‑the‑art automated material handling system in a fast‑paced distribution center. The role emphasizes safety, system performance, and a blend of electrical and mechanical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Approach all tasks and situations with a safety‑first mindset, ensuring the well‑being of yourself and your team.
• Enhance system performance and minimize downtime through effective maintenance activities.
• Engage in a wide range of electrical and mechanical tasks with minimal supervision.
• Assist the production team with basic fault correction, coaching, and troubleshooting.
• Aid in the installation of new components or the refurbishment of existing system components.
• Drive continuous improvement activities through comprehensive system knowledge and site‑specific enhancements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's degree in industrial technology or related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a relevant electrical and/or mechanical role (5+ years preferred).
• Strong skills in electrical systems (3‑Phase, 480 V, DC, and 24 V controls) and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with drive technology (motors, gears) and control technology (PLC, controls, inverters).
• Understanding of wiring diagrams and electrical measuring techniques.
• Proficiency with computer systems, including Microsoft Office Suite and proprietary system monitoring programs.
• Experience maintaining material handling systems in a light‑industry or distribution‑center environment (strongly preferred).

Physical Requirements

• Continuous walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and standing.
• Working at heights of up to 80–100 feet while wearing fall‑arrest gear and other PPE.
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 50 lb unassisted.

Pay

Pay ranges between $28.00–$35.00 per hour. Premium shift differential pay is provided for qualifying evening, night, or weekend shifts, in addition to performance‑based bonus opportunities.

Benefits

• Three distinct bonus opportunities plus a performance‑based bonus program.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Company‑paid Basic Life, Dependent Life, AD&D, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability insurance.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Dental, vision, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance.
• Brand‑name work apparel and professional tools provided.
• WITRON bonus program eligibility after meeting criteria.
• Social benefits recognizing special milestones and “Special Days.”
• Collaborative corporate culture with open‑door policy, company events, and team‑building activities.
• Opportunities for continuous growth, career development, and advancement.