Lead Electro-Mechanical Controls Technician
Job in
Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri, 64101, USA
Listed on 2026-09-23
Listing for:
Torrey Holistics
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-23
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Do you thrive on solving the tough automation problems others escalate? As our Lead Electro-Mechanical Controls Technician, you’ll guide system reliability, own complex troubleshooting, and mentor a growing team while keeping our automated operations running at peak performance.
When will you work?
Schedule:
Wednesday – Saturday, 5:30pm–4:00amWhat will you conquer?
Diagnose intricate faults on conveyors, sortation systems, ASRS, and packaging equipment.
Interrogate PLC logic, VFD parameters, servo motion, and networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet) to restore uptime quickly.
Take ownership of key assets—address advanced timing, interlocks, and integration issues across subsystems.
Lead RCAs and implement changes that permanently eliminate failure modes.
Build and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs that drive reliability.
Decipher complex electrical schematics and technical literature to inform efficient repairs.
Partner with OEMs/third-party vendors for escalations, upgrades, and specialized service.
Document work orders, parts usage, and asset performance in the CMMS to inform decisions.
Contribute to equipment trials, upgrades, and capital projects—planning through commissioning.
Train and mentor Maintenance Technicians I & II, elevating team capability.
What do you bring?
Advanced electrical controls and PLC troubleshooting expertise.
Hands-on know-how with industrial networking and servo systems.
Mechanical and power transmission knowledge.
Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and critical thinking.
High School Diploma or equivalent; technical coursework preferred.
3+ years of industrial maintenance in automated settings.
Proven ability to lead complex troubleshooting and maintenance efforts.
Experience using CMMS platforms.
Can you meet the physical needs?
Stand and walk for the duration of the shift.
Climb, balance, kneel, crouch, and crawl for extended periods as needed.
Reach, pull, push, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Safely operate warehouse tools and equipment (pallet jack, box cutter, carts) requiring coordinated movements.
Strengths that set you apart
Mechanical troubleshooting skills
120/208/240/480 VAC systems familiarity
Electrical troubleshooting and high-voltage systems
Industrial electrical experience
Equipment diagnostics & troubleshooting
Mechanical systems & component repair
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Equipment repair & maintenance
Automation, conveyors, electrical, and mechanical systemsCMMS systems
Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
Industrial maintenance experiencePLC troubleshooting
Technologies in your toolboxCNC Automation Solutions Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
Conveyor Systems Servo Motors
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