Mechatronics & Robotics Technician

Location: Rockford, IL
Type: Contract
Pay: $25 - 28 per hour
Schedule: 4-Day Work Weeks!
Training :
Paid Training Provided!

As a Mechatronics & Robotics Technician, you will support the Operations Maintenance team by helping maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated packaging and distribution equipment. This is a hands‑on role where you'll receive training while developing your skills in mechanical, electrical, and automated systems. You'll work alongside experienced technicians to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.

• Follow all safety procedures to help maintain a safe work environment.

• Perform preventative maintenance on conveyor systems and automated equipment.

• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system issues.

• Help install, maintain, and repair components such as relay logic, motor starters, photo-eyes, limit switches, proximity sensors, solenoids, and other automation equipment.

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals with guidance as needed.

• Complete work orders accurately, including labor hours, maintenance performed, and parts used.

• Support equipment inspections and routine maintenance activities.

• Work collaboratively with maintenance team members to minimize equipment downtime.

• Lift up to 49 lbs. and stand or walk for shifts of up to 12 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn industrial maintenance and automation systems.

• Ability to use basic hand and power tools.

• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, or industrial equipment maintenance.

• Ability to read or learn to interpret blueprints and schematics.

• Internship, vocational training, apprenticeship, or previous hands‑on experience in manufacturing or industrial maintenance.

• Familiarity with conveyors, motors, sensors, pneumatics, or automated equipment.

• Basic knowledge of electrical and electronic principles.

• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is a plus.

• Experience with robotic or automated equipment is helpful but not required.

• Frequent bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, standing, and walking.

• Regular lifting of parts and tools averaging 20 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 49 pounds.

• Manual dexterity for using tools and handling equipment components.

• Ability to work in industrial environments that may include confined spaces, dust, noise, vibration, varying temperatures, and standing on concrete for extended periods.