Resident Maintenance Technician

Join Digi Key as a Resident Maintenance Technician

Are you an experienced industrial maintenance professional looking to work with some of the most advanced automation technology in the world? Digi Key is seeking a Resident Maintenance Technician to support one of the largest KNAPP automated fulfillment systems globally at our Barzen distribution facility.

As a key member of our Maintenance team, you'll troubleshoot and maintain cutting‑edge electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated systems that keep our world‑class distribution operation running efficiently.

• Starting pay of $26.00/hour
• Relocation and sign‑on bonuses available for qualifying candidates
• Industry‑leading benefits package
• Work on next‑generation automation technology
• Stable, growing company with global impact
• Collaborative, safety‑focused culture

• Troubleshoot and repair automated conveyor and fulfillment systems
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical issues, including PLC‑related equipment concerns
• Maintain and optimize automated storage and retrieval systems
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment
• Support continuous improvement and uptime initiatives
• Partner with operations and engineering teams to deliver world‑class performance
• Train team members and document maintenance activities

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance, machine repair, maintenance electrician, or similar experience
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Experience reading electrical schematics and assembly drawings
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, VFDs, and automated equipment
• PLC troubleshooting experience preferred
• Associate degree in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred