Maintenance Technician - Automation & Conveyor Systems

Enduro is seeking a highly capable Maintenance Technician / Field Service Technician based in the Spokane / Yakima, Washington State region to support client sites throughout Washington State. Ideal candidates will live within reasonable driving distance of the greater Spokane / Yakima corridor or surrounding areas and be comfortable traveling regularly to customer facilities.

This role is best suited for a technician with strong electromechanical and controls troubleshooting ability who enjoys solving problems in the field, working independently, and supporting a variety of industrial and automated material handling environments - including automated truck/container unloading systems (e.g., Destuff-it, Maxx Reach) and conveyor and sortation equipment. This role may also serve as a lead technician during larger maintenance, shutdown, installation, or repair projects involving additional Enduro technicians or subcontract support.

Candidates with backgrounds in the following environments are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Industrial maintenance
• Military equipment maintenance
• Conveyor systems, automation and controls
• Automated unloading / induction systems (Destuff-it, Maxx Reach, or similar)
• Manufacturing maintenance / distribution / fulfillment centers
• Field service or OEM support roles involving electrical and mechanical troubleshooting of industrial machinery and equipment

Equipment You'll Support

This role places a strong emphasis on the controls and electromechanical systems behind high-throughput automated unloading and conveyance - including:

• Destuff-it automated container/truck unloading systems - controls, sensors, and mechanical troubleshooting
• Maxx Reach extendable conveyor and unloading systems - electrical, hydraulic, and controls repair
• Telescoping and extendable belt/roller conveyors
• Sortation, induction, and high-speed conveyor systems
• PLC-controlled automation, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and motor controls supporting the above
• Safety circuits, interlocks, and e-stop systems on automated unloading and conveyor lines
• DC drive circuitry and motor control troubleshooting

Prior hands-on experience with Destuff-it, Maxx Reach, or comparable automated unloading/induction equipment is a strong plus - not required - for candidates with solid controls troubleshooting backgrounds.

What You'll Do

Equipment Troubleshooting & Repair Support

• Diagnose and repair conveyor systems, automation equipment, and industrial machinery
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Support emergency breakdown response and corrective maintenance activities
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities
• Read and interpret schematics, electrical drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals

Automation & Electrical Support

• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, motors, and control circuits
• Diagnose and repair controls and electronic faults on automated unloading and induction equipment, including Destuff-it and Maxx Reach systems
• Troubleshoot safety circuits, interlocks, light curtains, and e-stop systems to identify and correct faults
• Diagnose and repair DC drive circuitry and associated motor control systems
• Identify and correct electrical faults, shorts, wiring issues, and component failures
• Assist with installation and commissioning activities when required

Mechanical Maintenance Support

• Repair and replace bearings, chains, belts, rollers, gearboxes, pneumatic components, and hydraulic systems
• Perform alignments, adjustments, and equipment setup work
• Support equipment reliability and uptime improvement initiatives

Field Service & Client Support

• Travel to client facilities throughout the Northeast region
• Company-provided tools, specialty tools, equipment, service truck and travel support
• Represent Enduro professionally in customer-facing environments
• Maintain accurate service documentation and communicate findings clearly
• Work independently while coordinating remotely with Enduro leadership and customers
• Occasional off-shift, weekend, or extended-hour support may be required based on customer operational needs
• Candidates must be comfortable independently diagnosing issues, developing corrective action plans, and communicating directly with customers on-site

Project & Team Leadership Support

• Lead and coordinate small technician teams during larger repair, installation, shutdown, or maintenance projects
• Assist with job planning, field execution, and communication with customers and Enduro leadership
• Help maintain safe, efficient, and professional jobsite operations
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior technicians when required

Safety & Compliance

• Follow OSHA, NFPA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and client safety procedures
• Participate in ongoing technical and safety training

Do you have a valid Driver's License license?, Do you have experience in Mechatronics engineering?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * 3-5+ years of industrial maintenance and/or field service equipment troubleshooting experience

• Strong troubleshooting ability across mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience working with conveyors, automation systems, or industrial production equipment
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced industrial environments
• Prior experience leading technicians, coordinating field work, or serving in a lead technician role is highly preferred
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record, must be capable of safely operating company vehicles and traveling regularly throughout the Northeast region

Preferred Experience

• Strong machine troubleshooting experience
• Hands-on experience with Destuff-it, Maxx Reach, or comparable automated unloading/induction conveyor systems (e.g., Bastian Solutions, Intelligrated, Honeywell Intelligrated, or similar OEM equipment) strongly preferred
• Experience troubleshooting safety circuits, interlocks, light curtains, and e-stop systems
• Experience with DC drive circuitry and motor control troubleshooting
• Experience with VFDs, motors, sensors, and control systems
• Distribution center, manufacturing, or automated facility experience
• I/O and machine controls experience
• Experience supporting Amazon, FedEx, UPS, or similar automated facilities

Education / Certifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Military, technical school, industrial maintenance, mechatronics, or equivalent hands-on experience preferred
• OSHA 10/30 certification preferred
• Forklift or aerial lift certifications are a plus, * Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, kneel, climb, and work in industrial environments for extended periods
• Comfortable working at heights, from ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms
• Ability to work in varying industrial conditions including heat, dust, and noise

Pulled from the full job description

• Travel reimbursement
• Union benefits
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance, * This position involves regular regional travel throughout the Northeast United States
• Most work is completed within driving distance
• Overnight travel may be required depending on project location and customer needs
• Company-paid travel expenses and applicable per diem provided where applicable

Compensation & Employment Structure

• Hourly, full-time position
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Overtime opportunities available based on project demands
• Qualified candidates will be required to join the applicable union associated with this position upon hire
• Benefits provided through applicable union programs and company offerings, * Work on a wide variety of industrial automation, conveyor, and automated unloading systems - including Destuff-it and Maxx Reach equipment
• Opportunity to support major industrial and distribution operations
• Career advancement and technical training opportunities
• Fast-paced field environment with meaningful technical challenges
• Strong team culture focused on professionalism, responsiveness, and problem-solving

Pay: $36.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

About Enduro Technical Services of North America Enduro Technical Services of North America provides industrial maintenance, automation, conveyor, and field service support for clients across the United States. We support high-demand industrial and distribution environments where uptime, troubleshooting ability, and customer responsiveness matter. Our technicians work directly at client facilities performing equipment repair, automation troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and technical support on conveyor and industrial systems, including automated unloading and induction equipment such as Destuff-it and Maxx Reach systems.