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Job Title: RME Mechanical & Robotics Maintenance Technician II
Job Description
The Mechanical & Robotics Maintenance Technician II supports the operations maintenance team by installing, maintaining, and repairing material handling equipment, pneumatic systems, and automated packaging and distribution equipment within a high-volume facility. This role combines hands-on mechanical, electrical, and robotics work with coordination across multiple stakeholders to ensure equipment reliability, safety, and optimal performance.
Responsibilities
Install, maintain, and repair automated packaging and distribution equipment to support continuous operations.
Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair material handling equipment and pneumatic systems throughout the building.
Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues in equipment and implement effective corrective actions.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot robotic systems to minimize downtime and improve system performance.
Support and coordinate complex maintenance activities with operations, safety, and other stakeholders to ensure minimal disruption to production.
Collaborate with external vendors to schedule and oversee maintenance, repairs, and equipment upgrades.
Apply a continuous improvement mindset to identify opportunities to enhance equipment reliability and maintenance processes.
Act in a team lead capacity by supporting, training, and mentoring less experienced technicians.
Assist with planning and executing maintenance projects, leveraging project management skills to meet timelines and quality standards.
Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment status in accordance with facility standards.
Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while performing maintenance tasks on mechanical, electrical, and robotic systems.
Essential Skills
Strong hands-on experience with mechanical systems in an industrial or automated environment.
Proficiency in working with electrical systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
Experience with pneumatic systems, including installation, maintenance, and repair.
2+ years of apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the mechanical or electrical field.
2+ years of experience working with PLC-based control systems.
2+ years of experience with robotic operation and maintenance.
Ability to coordinate maintenance activities with multiple stakeholders such as operations and safety teams.
Capability to act in a team lead capacity, supporting and mentoring less experienced technicians.
Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues efficiently.
Strong communication skills to work effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the mechanical or electrical field.
Experience working and coordinating with vendors for maintenance, repairs, and equipment projects.
Experience working with multiple stakeholders to plan and execute complex maintenance activities.
Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset with a focus on enhancing equipment reliability and maintenance processes.
Experience acting in a team lead role, including training and mentoring technicians.
Project management experience, including planning, organizing, and executing maintenance-related projects.
Willingness to learn and grow within a reliability and maintenance engineering environment.
Why Work Here?
You join a high-impact maintenance and engineering environment where your technical expertise directly supports efficient, safe, and reliable operations. The role offers opportunities to work with advanced mechanical, electrical, PLC, and robotic technologies while developing your skills through hands-on experience and collaboration with experienced technicians and engineers. A culture of continuous improvement and learning encourages you to expand your capabilities, take on leadership responsibilities, and contribute to meaningful projects that enhance facility performance.
Work Environment
This position operates in a fast-paced, automated distribution facility that relies on complex material handling equipment, pneumatic systems, PLC-based controls, and robotic technologies. You work on-site, primarily in industrial areas around conveyors, packaging systems, and robotics cells, where adherence to safety procedures is essential. The environment involves regular interaction with operations and safety teams, as well as vendors, to coordinate maintenance work. Expect a hands-on role that may require standing, walking, and working around machinery for extended periods, with appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment in line with industrial maintenance standards.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Mt. Juliet, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.50 - $32.50/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mt. Juliet,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 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.