Sr. Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Senior Mechanical & Robotics Technician Job Description

As a Senior Mechanical & Robotics Technician, you will play a pivotal role in leading a team of service technicians to install and repair automated packaging and distribution equipment. You will support the Operations Maintenance team by designing solutions for complex problems and managing projects, as well as training and mentoring service and contract technicians.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures.

• Maintain and troubleshoot all conveyor systems in the building.

• Lead and audit preventative maintenance procedures.

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components, photo-eyes, motor starters, limit switches, proximity sensors, solenoids, etc.

• Create and close out work orders with data, including labor hours, equipment maintenance, and parts used.

• Maintain a positive working relationship across all the Amazon Operations facility.

• Develop training plans for service technicians.

• Develop work plans for emergency repair of critical assets.

• Move up to 49lbs and stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Travel up to 20% at a minimum.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts/areas including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.

• 1 year of experience in PC competency to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field.

• 5 years of experience working with automated conveyors and controls.

• 5 years of experience with electrical and electronic principles, National Electrical Code NEC, and industrial electronics.

• 5 years of experience conducting preventative maintenance.

• 5 years of experience reading blueprints and schematics.

• 5 years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs.

• 3 years of work order management.

• 4 years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the Mechanical or Electrical field.

• Previous leadership and vendor management experience.

• Experience with robotic maintenance and Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards.

Why Work Here?

Join a globally recognized company where you will receive formal training on high-speed, automation, and robotic equipment. Enjoy upward mobility with 80% of our conversions still active after one year and 50% receiving a promotion within their first year. With over 1,200 facilities in the U.S., you will have the opportunity for travel. Experience a supportive, entrepreneurial culture where we succeed together.

Work Environment

Work in a large distribution facility with high-speed, automation equipment, mostly with robotic components. Be prepared to walk 10,000 steps per day. All candidates must be open to any 10-hour shift as positions are available across various shifts. Performance will be tracked by data and numbers, but micromanagement is not a practice.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Niagara Falls, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Niagara Falls,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.