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Mechanical Installer/Technician - Conveyor & Material Handling Systems

Offering Nationwide Travel Opportunities, Long-Term Projects, and Competitive Contract Rates
Competitive hourly rates (DOE)

100% Nationwide U.S. Travel | Contract-to-Hire | Immediate Starts Available

The employer specialises in the warehouse automation and material handling industry and is supporting multiple large-scale conveyor installation and warehouse automation projects across the United States. They are recognised for delivering complex conveyor, sortation, and material handling solutions for leading distribution, e-commerce, and parcel handling facilities, offering contractors the opportunity to work on high-profile projects nationwide.

They have an exciting opportunity for experienced Mechanical Installers and Mechanical Technicians to join their Field Operations team. This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy hands-on installation work, travelling to customer sites, and working on large-scale warehouse automation and conveyor system installations.

This position forms part of the Field Operations team and supports the installation, assembly, and mechanical completion of conveyor and material handling systems at customer sites throughout the United States.

Responsibilities

Install mechanical conveyor and material handling equipment at customer sites.Assemble, align, and mechanically install conveyor systems.Install structural steel, platforms, walkways, guarding, and associated mechanical equipment.Read and interpret mechanical installation drawings, layouts, and bolt schedules.Perform equipment alignment, mechanical adjustments, and final installation checks.Support commissioning teams following mechanical completion.Follow OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and site safety requirements.Work collaboratively with project managers, supervisors, and commissioning teams to meet installation schedules.Travel extensively to project sites throughout the United States.

Requirements

Previous experience installing conveyor systems or material handling equipment.Experience reading mechanical drawings and installation documentation.Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools.Experience aligning and adjusting conveyor equipment.Comfortable working at heights when required.Experience working within warehouse automation, parcel handling, manufacturing, or industrial construction projects.OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.Experience following Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.Ability and willingness to travel 100% throughout the United States.Legally authorised to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Experience

Candidates should have installation experience with one or more of the following:

Belt ConveyorsRoller ConveyorsMDR ConveyorsCrossbelt SortersSliding Shoe SortersShoe SortersSpiral ConveyorsVertical LiftsPallet ConveyorsASRS (Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems)Structural SteelPlatforms & WalkwaysGuarding

Experience working on projects for major distribution, fulfilment, or parcel handling facilities is highly desirable, including:

AmazonUPSFedExUSPSDHL

Experience working for leading warehouse automation integrators is also highly desirable, including:

VanderlandeDematicHoneywell IntelligratedFortnaSwisslogTGWDaifukuBastian SolutionsBEUMERFivesKNAPPWitronMHS GlobalHy-TekKPI SolutionsSSI SchaeferMurata Machineryviastore

What Were Looking For
Were specifically seeking experienced mechanical installers, not maintenance technicians.
Successful candidates will have hands-on experience installing conveyor systems, warehouse automation equipment, or material handling systems on distribution centre, fulfilment centre, or parcel handling projects.

Reasons Why You Should Apply
Immediate contract opportunities with long-term potential.
Competitive hourly rates based on experience.
Opportunity to work on major warehouse automation and conveyor installation projects across the United States.
Travel opportunities with leading automation integrators.
Gain valuable experience supporting high-profile fulfilment, distribution, and parcel handling facilities.
Excellent opportunity for experienced Mechanical Installers looking to build a long-term career within the rapidly growing warehouse automation industry.

How to Apply
For more information about the role, or for an informal discussion regarding opportunities currently available, please contact Chantal Willemburg via email _ [email protected].

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