About this role
🔧 Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (RME)
$32.50+/hr | Robotics & Automation Training | Career Growth Opportunities
Looking for a career where you'll work on cutting-edge automation, robotics, conveyor systems, and industrial equipment? Join one of the world's most advanced distribution and fulfillment operations, where you'll receive hands-on training, work with state-of-the-art technology, and have real opportunities for advancement. Forbes Top Employer Formal Robotics & Automation Training 1,200+ U.S. Facilities 35% of Employees Promoted Within Their First Year Competitive Pay Starting at $32.50+/hr
What You'll Do
As a Mechatronics & Robotics Technician (RME), you'll play a critical role in keeping highly automated equipment running safely and efficiently. You'll troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and improve advanced manufacturing and material handling systems in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform predictive and preventative maintenance on automated conveyor systems, robotics, and material handling equipment (MHE)
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated control systems
- Diagnose equipment failures and perform corrective maintenance to minimize downtime
- Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical drawings
- Maintain and troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and robotic systems
- Complete inspections, maintenance records, PM documentation, and work orders using a CMMS
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment reliability and efficiency
- Maintain spare parts inventory and departmental organization
- Perform battery changes and preventative maintenance on industrial batteries
- Follow OEM guidelines and safety procedures at all times
- Contribute to a high-performance maintenance team focused on safety, uptime, and operational excellence
Required Qualifications
2+ years of experience performing predictive and preventative maintenance 2+ years of experience repairing:
- Automated conveyor systems
- Material handling equipment (MHE)
- Industrial automation equipment
2+ years of experience:
- Reading blueprints and electrical schematics
- Working with electrical and electronic systems
- Following industrial safety standards
1+ year of experience:
- Troubleshooting and diagnosing MHE or automated systems
- Using Microsoft Office applications
High School Diploma or GED
Ideal Experience
We're especially interested in candidates from:
- Distribution Centers
- Warehousing & Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Industrial Maintenance
- Automated Production Facilities
Experience with the following is highly preferred:
- Conveyors
- Robotics
- PLCs & Controls
- Motors & Motor Controls
- Pneumatic Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Automated Sortation Equipment
- CMMS Systems
- Preventative Maintenance Programs
- Industrial Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
🚀 Career Growth
This organization promotes from within and provides a clear pathway for advancement. Approximately 35% of converted employees receive a promotion within their first year.🤖 Learn Advanced Automation
Receive formal training on:
- Robotics
- High-speed automation
- Automated conveyor systems
- Advanced maintenance technologies
🌎 Nationwide Opportunities
With more than 1,200 facilities across the United States, there are opportunities for long-term career development, relocation, and travel.🏆 Work for an Industry Leader
Join one of the most innovative organizations in the world, recognized by Forbes as a Top Employer and known for investing heavily in technology, employee development, and operational excellence.
Work Environment
You'll work inside a large, modern, highly automated distribution facility featuring advanced robotics, high-speed conveyors, and sophisticated material handling systems. Candidates should be comfortable with:
- Working around advanced automation and robotic equipment
- A fast-paced, performance-driven environment
- Tracking productivity and maintenance metrics through data and reporting
- Walking up to 10,000+ steps per day
- Lifting up to 49 lbs
- Performing hands-on troubleshooting and repairs throughout the facility
Schedule
All candidates must be open to working ANY available 10-hour shift. Positions are available across multiple schedules, including:
- Days
- Nights
- Weekends
- Overtime as needed
Flexibility is required due to the 24/7 operational nature of the facility.
Compensation
💲 Starting Pay: $32.50+/hour
Competitive compensation based on experience, skill set, and shift assignment.
If you're a Maintenance Technician, Industrial Electrician, Controls Technician, Robotics Technician, Automation Technician, Conveyor Technician, or Multi-Craft Maintenance Mechanic looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to speak with you.
Apply Today!
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pflugerville, TX.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $32.50 - $32.50/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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Pflugerville,TX.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.