Maintenance Technician

Additional Skills & Qualifications: High school diploma or completion of a trade school program is preferred. Experience with preventive maintenance programs in manufacturing or distribution settings. Familiarity with PLC-related issues and basic understanding of controls in automated systems. Exposure to robotics, automated racking systems, and high-volume distribution operations. Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering and remote support teams. Strong communication skills to clearly document maintenance activities and convey technical information. Motivation to learn and work with state-of-the-art automation and robotic technologies. Adaptability to a fast-paced environment with evolving systems and processes.

Why Work Here? You join a company that is positioned at the forefront of automation and robotics, with products and systems that are years ahead of much of the competition and in high demand across the distribution industry. The culture emphasizes transparency in communication and a strong team mentality, where dependable teammates who show up and do the work are recognized and rewarded through promotions, benefits, and future advancement opportunities. The organization is committed to training motivated individuals on state-of-the-art technology, providing highly marketable skills and a clear pathway for long-term career growth.

Work Environment: This role is based in a large, automated distribution center that incorporates advanced racking systems, multiple robotic arm cells in inbound and outbound operations, and approximately 300 mobile robots. Robotic arms break down large inbound pallets and restack individual products, wrapping them for outbound shipment, while mobile robots navigate the racking system to retrieve products for orders. Some racking structures reach heights of up to 45 feet and include restrictive areas as narrow as 24 inches. The work environment is protected from weather but may not be temperature controlled, and you must be comfortable working in conditions ranging from 32°F to 105°F. Shifts include 1st Shift (6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday–Friday) and 3rd Shift (6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday–Friday), supporting continuous warehouse and distribution operations around advanced automation technologies. Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Melrose Park, IL.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Melrose Park, IL.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.