Mechanical & Robotics Technician

Job Title: Mechanical & Robotics Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical & Robotics Technician responsible for installing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining material handling equipment, including conveyors. The role requires conducting preventative maintenance routines, documenting procedures, and performing battery changes and maintenance. Technicians will also enter downtime data in daily logs, complete preventive maintenance sheets, and troubleshoot equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, repair, and maintain material handling equipment such as conveyors.

• Complete preventative maintenance routines, documentation, and procedures.

• Perform battery changes and preventive maintenance on batteries.

• Enter downtime data in daily logs and complete PM sheets.

• Apply electrical knowledge to understand basic components.

• Troubleshoot and identify problems with equipment.

• Track and store departmental inventory, including spare parts.

Essential Skills

• At least 2+ years of experience in conducting quality predictive and preventative maintenance procedures.

• Experience in maintenance technician roles with skills in mechanical, hydraulics, and preventive maintenance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred experience in industries such as Distribution, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Industrial, focusing on complex systems and equipment.

• Secondary preference for experience from Automotive, Military, or Industrial Facilities Maintenance industries.

• An associate degree from a technical school, apprenticeship, certifications, military training, or hands-on training related to the maintenance field is preferred.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers formal training on high-speed automation and robotic equipment. We pride ourselves on upward mobility, with 80% of our conversions remaining active after one year and 50% receiving a promotion within their first year. With over 1,200 facilities in the U.S., this role provides substantial opportunities for travel and growth.

Work Environment

You will work in a large distribution facility equipped with high-speed automation and robotic components. The role requires walking up to 10,000 steps per day. Candidates must be open to working any 10-hour shift, with shifts available for all hours, including days, nights, and mids. Shifts typically start at 7 am or 7 pm and range from 10 to 12 hours, depending on business needs. Performance is tracked through a data system to ensure expectations are met, but there is no micromanagement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fargo, ND.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Fargo,ND.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 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.