Maintenance Assistant On-siteMaintenanceFull time Phillipsburg, New Jersey, United States

OVERVIEW

Description Exotec designs reliable, plug-and-play warehouse robotics solutions that help some of the world's most iconic brands transition to automation. Our technology makes warehouses safer, faster, more efficient, and less physically demanding for the people working inside them. Why this role matters As a Maintenance Assistant, you will support the daily operation and upkeep of automated equipment, helping maximize system availability, safe operations, and a seamless customer experience. What you'll do Operational support Respond to equipment jams on conveyors and workstations to minimize downtime.

Support robot retrieval and recovery during downtime windows.

Assist maintenance technicians with system availability, performance, and basic maintenance tasks.

Promote proper equipment operating procedures with customer operators. Equipment, materials, and safety Clean equipment and remove debris from work areas.

Support setup, tooling changes, readiness tasks, and issue reporting.

Receive, label, prepare, transport, and count materials, supplies, and spare parts.

Follow safety procedures, PPE requirements, LOTO practices, and complete required documentation.

What to expect Job location:

Phillipsburg, NJ

Salary range: $19-22 per hour + 8% annual bonus & benefits

Shift pattern:

1st or 2nd shift front half (Monday to Thursday) and back half (Wednesday to Saturday)

First shift is 6am to 4:30pm. Second shift is 12 to 10:30pm.

Shift patterns will change to include Sundays during our client's peak season.

Shift patterns are subject to change.

Requirements

Basic mechanical aptitude, interest in industrial equipment, and ability to learn warehouse automation systems and maintenance procedures. Ability to follow work instructions, procedures, and maintenance schedules. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. GED/high school diploma. Professional skills Reliable, detail-oriented, and customer-focused, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Able to multitask in a fast-paced warehouse environment and eager to learn. Physical requirements Use standard hand tools and lifts rated up to 250 lbs, including tools and equipment. Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs and work from heights up to 50 ft. Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach overhead, and use manual dexterity to access and repair equipment. Benefits We offer a competitive benefits package: Competitive hourly rate of $19-22 per hour + 8% bonus

20 vacation days, plus sick leave and company holidays

8 weeks of paid parental leave and additional family leave benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401(k) with a 100% company match on the first 5% contributed, fully vested immediately

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

Financial wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Employee referral bonuses of up to $6,000

Regular team-building events and company celebrations, including ExoFest

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