About Maintenance at Amazon:
Operations is at the heart of Amazons business. We are known for our speed accuracy and exceptional service. Our buildings deliver tens of thousands of products to hundreds of countries worldwide every day. Reliability Maintenance & Engineering (RME) are the business partners that work tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all happen. We drive continuous improvement and maintain all of the Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to ensure our customers are met with the Amazon smile. Come join us on our journey!
If you do not meet 100 of the preferred qualifications outlined in this job description we still encourage you to apply. We understand that skills and competencies can be gained in many ways and we are primarily interested in a demonstrated commitment to the work and the potential to grow. Experience comes in many forms and passion goes a long way. If your experience is close to what were looking for please consider applying.
About the Role:
As a Senior Mechatronics & Robotics Technician you will lead service technicians on the team in the installation and repair of automated packaging and distribution equipment. You will support the Operations Maintenance team by designing solutions for difficult problems and managing projects. You will help train and mentor service technicians and contract technicians.
What We Offer
Amazon offers compensation packages including comprehensive healthcare benefits starting on Day 1 matching 401(k) program and up to 20 weeks paid parental leave.
Key job responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to
Promote a safe working environment by following safety procedures
Maintain a positive working relationships across all of the Amazon Operations facility
Maintain and troubleshoot building conveyor systems
Handle and audit preventative maintenance procedures
Install maintain and troubleshoot monitoring equipment
Handle work orders with detailed supporting data
Develop training plans for technicians
Develop work plans for emergency repair of critical assets
Ability to move up to 49 lbs
Ability to stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours with or without reasonable accommodation
A day in the life
At AMZL our technicians are a jack of all trades. Your typical day will consist of the following:
Building walks to proactively identify and take action on any items of concern.
Maintaining a SAFETY first mindset to not only be safe in all that you do but identify safety concerns and assist in enforcing safety standards throughout the site.
Performing or assisting in preventative and predictive maintenance on material handling equipment as well as base building assets.
Ensure all site equipment is operating at max reliability and performing emergency repairs as the needs arise.
Maintaining cleanliness and organization of all RME owned assets.
About the team
You will be part of the Tidewater RME Team that services all Amazon Delivery sites from Virginia Beach to Richmond. We work together and assist each other as needed to ensure the success of the Region!
1 years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
High school or equivalent diploma
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area including weekends nights and/or holidays
4 years of experience conducting quality predictive and preventative maintenance procedures
4 years of experience in the repair of material handling equipment (MHE) or automated conveyor systems and controls
4 years of Blueprint & Electrical Schematic knowledge
4 years experience demonstrating Safety Standards
3 year experience in troubleshooting and diagnostics of MHE systems
Experience acting in a shift lead capacity that supports trains and mentors less experienced technicians
Experience with MHE safety standards in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Safety standards
Able to troubleshoot basic input and output function of building operations
Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Continuous improvement mindset
Willingness to learn and grow within Amazon RME
Experience working with multiple stakeholders (Operations Safety etc. to coordinate complex maintenance activities
Associates or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus in the Mechanical or Electrical field
Experience acting in a team lead capacity that supports trains and mentors less experienced technicians
4 year of knowledge with electrical and electronic principles
2 years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in the Mechanical or Electrical field
2 years of experience working with PLC based controls systems
2 years of experience with robotic operation and maintenance
Project Management experience
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