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Job Title: Conveyor Mechanic

Job Description

Join our team as a Conveyor Mechanic, where you will be responsible for performing both minor and major repairs on all material handling equipment, including AutoStore systems. You will also carry out preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on conveyor systems and other mechanical equipment to ensure optimal performance.

Responsibilities

+ Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and inspections on conveyor systems, inspecting belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and greasing bearings and seals.

+ Conduct repairs or replacements of broken parts on material handling equipment.

+ Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of building systems.

+ Complete daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checklists and maintain accurate records.

+ Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements, maintaining all required HAZMAT records.

+ Respond promptly to management and internal customer inquiries, researching and resolving operational issues.

+ Operate computers controlling and monitoring mechanical and utility systems as needed.

+ Handle emergency maintenance requests efficiently.

+ Obtain estimates for supplies and repair parts, ordering as necessary.

+ Make recommendations for improvements to maintenance programs.

+ Operate powered lift equipment and support equipment lockout/tagout procedures.

+ Perform other duties as assigned, including outside custodial tasks like snow removal.

Essential Skills

+ High School Diploma or equivalent.

+ 2-6 years of maintenance experience, including proficiency with hand and power tools.

+ Experience operating warehouse equipment, with potential to obtain Lift Operator Certification in compliance with OSHA guidelines.

+ Strong organizational skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

+ Responsive to staff needs, with courteous and effective communication.

+ Mathematical proficiency for computing rates, ratios, and interpreting drawings and schematics.

+ Reliable attendance and availability for overtime, including weekends.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with electrical motors, hydraulics, PLC control, and industrial maintenance.

+ Familiarity with service schematics and maintenance repair procedures.

Why Work Here?

Be a part of a cutting-edge team at a brand-new flagship distribution center equipped with the latest in automated robotic technology. Benefit from excellent opportunities to expand your skillset and grow within the company as part of the pioneering maintenance team. Enjoy a supportive environment with all necessary tools provided and no requirement for steel toe boots or hard hats.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic and fast-paced distribution center/warehouse environment. The role requires standing and remaining alert, regularly lifting or moving up to 60 lbs, and performing tasks involving bending, twisting, and pulling. You will operate powered equipment, potentially wearing a headset and PPE like a protective harness. Expect moderate noise levels and proximity to conveyor systems and moving parts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Ashland, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $68640.00/yr.

Bonus: You`ll be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to 10% of base salary.

Paid Time Off: You`ll accrue paid time off on a bi-weekly basis based on hours worked up to 152 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 8 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle

• Life insurance

• Short/long-term disability coverage

• Paid maternity/paternity leave

• Pet insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ashland,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2025.

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.