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Field Maintenance Technician - Material Handling Automation

Company: Good Labor Jobs
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description About the Role This is a full-time, travel-based maintenance opportunity—no relocation required. Expect frequent trips (typically 80% or more) to distribution facilities where you’ll keep automated material handling systems running at peak performance. All transportation from your hometown to the project location and back, plus accommodation, are covered. What You’ll Do You’ll support the Operations Maintenance team by installing, maintaining, and repairing automated packaging and distribution equipment, along with the systems that support them. Champion a safe workplace by following established safety procedures Execute preventative maintenance routines and capture thorough documentation Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical issues on Material Handling Equipment (MHE) including belts, motors, photo-eyes, relays, and related components Build positive working relationships across the operations facility Track and organize department inventory Meet physical demands: lift/move up to 49 lbs and remain on your feet for shifts up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation What It Takes To be successful, you should be proficient across the competencies below: 2 years with automated conveyor systems and controls 2 years repairing material handling equipment 2 years performing predictive and preventative maintenance 1 years reading blueprints and electrical schematics 1 year applying electrical and electronic principles Experience with MHE safety practices aligned to OEM and site safety standards Project management experience Hands-on use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Experience operating and maintaining robotic or electromechanical systems Ability to troubleshoot basic input/output (I/O) functions Travel & Logistics Heavy travel expected—typically 80% or more All transportation and lodging are covered for each assignment No relocation necessary

Keywords: Good Labor Jobs, Union , Field Maintenance Technician - Material Handling Automation, Engineering , New York City, New Jersey


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